Physics

Physics, 12th Edition focuses on conceptual understanding, problem solving, and providing real-world applications and relevance. Conceptual examples, Concepts and Calculations problems, and Check Your Understanding questions help students understand physics principles. Math Skills boxes, multi-concept problems, and Examples with reasoning steps help students improve their reasoning skills while solving problems. “The Physics Of” boxes, and new “Physics in Biology, Sports, and Medicine” problems show students how physics principles are relevant to their everyday lives. A wide array of tools help students navigate through this course, and keep them engaged by encouraging active learning. Animated pre-lecture videos (created and narrated by the authors) explain the basic concepts and learning objectives of each section. Problem-solving strategies are discussed, and common misconceptions and potential pitfalls are addressed. Chalkboard videos demonstrate step-by-step practical solutions to typical homework problems. Finally, tutorials that implement a step-by-step approach are also offered, allowing students to develop their problem-solving skills.

1 Introduction and Mathematical Concepts 1 2 Kinematics in One Dimension 29 3 Kinematics in Two Dimensions 59 4 Forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion 86 5 Dynamics of Uniform Circular Motion 131 6 Work and Energy 158 7 Impulse and Momentum 191 8 Rotational Kinematics 218 9 Rotational Dynamics 243 10 Simple Harmonic Motion and Elasticity 280 11 Fluids 316 12 Temperature and Heat 356 13 The Transfer of Heat 394 14 The Ideal Gas Law and Kinetic Theory 416 15 Thermodynamics 441 16 Waves and Sound 478 17 The Principle of Linear Superposition and Interference Phenomena 513 18 Electric Forces and Electric Fields 541 19 Electric Potential Energy and the Electric Potential 578 20 Electric Circuits 609 21 Magnetic Forces and Magnetic Fields 653 22 Electromagnetic Induction 693 23 Alternating Current Circuits 733 24 Electromagnetic Waves 759 25 The Reflection of Light: Mirrors 788 26 The Refraction of Light: Lenses and Optical Instruments 813 27 Interference and the Wave Nature of Light 860 28 Special Relativity 893 29 Particles and Waves 920 30 The Nature of the Atom 945 31 Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity 979 32 Ionizing Radiation, Nuclear Energy, and Elementary Particles 1007