Concepts of Modern Physics - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0070661766 ISBN 13: 9780070661769

Synopsis

This text is written for a one-semester Modern Physics course and is designed for students who already have a grounding in basic physics and calculus. Relativity and quantum ideas are cosidered first to provide a framework for understanding the physics of atoms and nuclei. The theory of the atom is then developed, with emphasis on quantum-mechanical notions. This is followed by a discussion of the properties of aggregates of atoms, which includes a look at statistical mechanics. Finally, atomic nuclei and elementary particles are examined. New features include: second colour for emphasis; twice as many photographs; twice as many worked examples; and 25% more questions.

Edition details

• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0070661766
• ISBN 13: 9780070661769
• Binding: Paperback