College physics. Volume 2

Synopsis

This reader-friendly book presents the fundamental principles of physics in a clear and concise manner. Emphasizing conceptual understanding as the basis for mastering a variety of problem-solving tools, the book provides a wide range of relevant applications and illustrative examples. Insight boxes and references to real-life applications. One-third of the Insight boxes are new to this edition, covering topics such as “ More Broken Records: The Clap Skate, ” “ Space Explorations: Gravity Assists, ” “ Human Body Temperature, ” “ Electric Potential and Nerve Signal, ” and more. The real-life applications cover topics such as nutrition labels, reaction time, transverse and longitudinal seismic waves, sky diving and terminal velocity, and more. For anyone interested in Physics.