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University physics
Title:
University physics
Author:
Arfken, George B. (George Brown), 1922-
ISBN:
9780323142021
Publication Information:
Orlando : Academic Press, 1984.
Physical Description:
1 online resource (xii, 905 pages) : illustrations (some color)
Contents:
General introduction -- Vector algebra -- Equilibrium of rigid bodies -- Motion in one dimension -- Motion in a plane -- Newton's laws -- Work, energy, and power -- Conservation of energy -- conservation of linear momentum -- Many-particle systems -- Conservation of angular momentum -- Rotation of a rigid body -- Motion of a rigid body -- Oscillatory motion -- The mechanical properties of matter -- Fluid mechanics -- Wave kinematics -- Mechanical waves -- Special relativity -- Relativistic mechanics -- Temperature and heat -- Thermal properties of matter -- Heat transfer -- The second law of thermodynamics -- Kinetic theory -- Electric charge -- Electric field and Gauss' law -- Electric potential -- Capacitance and capacitors -- Electric current -- Direct-current circuits -- Magnetism and the magnetic field -- Magnetic field of electric current -- Electromagnetic induction -- Inductance and inductors -- Magnetic properties of matter -- Alternating currents -- Electromagnetic waves and Maxwell's equations -- Reflection, refraction, and geometric optics -- Physical optics: interference -- Physical optics: diffraction -- Quantum physics, lasers, and squids -- Nuclear structure and nuclear technology.
Abstract:
University Physics provides an authoritative treatment of physics. This book discusses the linear motion with constant acceleration; addition and subtraction of vectors; uniform circular motion and simple harmonic motion; and electrostatic energy of a charged capacitor. The behavior of materials in a non-uniform magnetic field; application of Kirchhoff's junction rule; Lorentz transformations; and Bernoulli's equation are also deliberated. This text likewise covers the speed of electromagnetic waves; origins of quantum physics; neutron activation analysis; and interference of light. This publi.
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ScienceDirect https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/book/9780120598601Available:*
Shelf Number | Item Barcode | Shelf Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| QC23 .U75 1984 | 1182901-1001 | Elsevier E-Book Collections | Searching... |
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