University physics : models and applications /
Crummett, William P.
Western, Arthur B.(Arthur Boyd),1944-
Dubuque, Iowa : Wm. C. Brown,
c1994.
Includes index.
Contents: Pt. 1. Mechanics: Physics and measurement; Vector algebra; Motion along a straight line; Motion in two dimensions; Forces, Newton's three laws of motion; Additional force models and circular motion; Work and kinetic energy; Conservation of energy; Impulse and linear momentum; Momentum, energy, and the center of mass; Rotation about a fixed axis; Static equilibrium and rolling objects; Vector descriptions of rotational motion; Oscillations; One-dimensional waves; Solids, liquids, and gases; Sound -- Pt. 2. Thermodynamics and kinetic theory: Temperature, heat, and the equation of state; Thermodynamics I, processes and the first law; Thermodynamics II, the second law; Microscopic connections to thermodynamics -- Pt. 3. Electricity and magnetism: Stationary charges and the electric field; Gauss's law; Electric potential; Capacitors and dielectrics; Electric current and resistance; Direct-current circuits; Magnetic field; Sources of magnetic fields; Faraday's law and induction; Inductance; Magnetic properties of materials (optional); Alternating-current circuits; Electromagnetic waves --
Pt. 4. Optics: Reflection, refraction, and polarization of light; Geometrical optics; Interference of light; Diffraction of light -- Pt. 5. Modern physics: Special theory of relativity; Birth of quantum physics -- Appendixes: Mathematics summary; Introduction to numerical methods useful in physics; List of symbols; Greek letters; Conversion factors; Periodic table and atomic masses; Physical constants; Astronomical tables; Properties of sporting balls and related information; Introduction to spreadsheets; List of tables; Nobel Prize winners in physics; Answers to odd-numbered problems.
Physics.