Pearson Physics, Global Edition, 1st edition

1. Introduction to Physics

• 1.1 Physics and the Scientific Method
• 1.2 Physics and Society
• 1.3 Units and Dimensions
• 1.4 Basic Math for Physics
• 1.5 Problem Solving in Physics

2. Introduction to Motion

• 2.1 Describing Motion
• 2.2 Speed and Velocity
• 2.3 Position-Time Graphs
• 2.4 Equation of Motion

3. Acceleration and Accelerated Motion

• 3.1 Acceleration
• 3.2 Motion with Constant Acceleration
• 3.3 Position-Time Graphs for Constant Acceleration
• 3.4 Free Fall

4. Motion in Two Dimensions

• 4.1 Vectors in Physics
• 4.2 Adding and Subtracting Vectors
• 4.3 Relative Motion
• 4.4 Projectile Motion

5. Newton’s Laws of Motion

• 5.1 Newton’s Laws of Motion
• 5.2 Applying Newton’s Laws
• 5.3 Friction

6. Work and Energy

• 6.1 Work
• 6.2 Work and Energy
• 6.3 Conservation of Energy
• 6.4 Power

7. Linear Momentum and Collisions

• 7.1 Momentum
• 7.2 Impulse
• 7.3 Conservation of Momentum
• 7.4 Collisions

8. Rotational Motion and Equilibrium

• 8.1 Describing Angular Motion
• 8.2 Rolling Motion and the Moment of Inertia
• 8.3 Torque
• 8.4 Static Equilibrium

9. Gravity and Circular Motion

• 9.1 Newton’s Law of Universal Gravity
• 9.2 Applications of Gravity
• 9.3 Circular Motion
• 9.3 Planetary Motion and Orbits

10. Temperature and Heat

• 10.1 Temperature, Energy, and Heat
• 10.2 Thermal Expansion and Energy Transfer
• 10.3 Heat Capacity
• 10.4 Phase Changes and Latent Heat

11. Thermodynamics

• 11.1 The First Law of Thermodynamics
• 11.2 Thermal Processes
• 11.3 The Second and Third Laws of Thermodynamics

12. Gases, Liquids, and Solids

• 12.1 Gases
• 12.2 Fluids at Rest
• 12.3 Fluids in Motion
• 12.4 Solids

13. Oscillations and Waves

• 13.1 Oscillations and Periodic Motion
• 13.2 The Pendulum
• 13.3 Waves and Wave Properties
• 13.4 Interacting Waves

14. Sound

• 14.1 Sound Waves and Beats
• 14.2 Standing Sound Waves
• 14.3 The Doppler Effect
• 14.4 Human Perception of Sound

15. The Properties of Light

• 15.1 The Nature of Light
• 15.2 Color and the Electromagnetic Spectrum
• 15.3 Polarization and Scattering of Light

16. Reflection and Mirrors

• 16.1 The Reflection of Light
• 16.2 Plane Mirrors
• 16.3 Curved Mirrors

17. Refraction and Lenses

• 17.1 Refraction
• 17.2 Applications of Refraction
• 17.3 Lenses
• 17.4 Applications of Lenses

18. Interference and Diffraction

• 18.5 Interference
• 18.6 Interference in Thin Films
• 18.7 Diffraction
• 18.8 Diffraction Gratings

19. Electric Charges and Forces

• 19.1 Electric Charge
• 19.2 Electric Force
• 19.3 Combining Electric Forces

20. Electric Fields and Electric Energy

• 20.1 The Electric Field
• 20.2 Electric Potential Energy and Electric Potential
• 20.3 Capacitance and Energy Storage

21. Electric Current and Electric Circuits

• 21.1 Electric Current, Resistance, and Semiconductors
• 21.2 Electric Circuits
• 21.3 Power and Energy in Electric Circuits

22. Magnetism and Magnetic Fields

• 22.1 Magnets and Magnetic Fields
• 22.2 Magnetism and Electric Currents
• 22.3 The Magnetic Force

23. Electromagnetic Induction

• 23.1 Electricity from Magnetism
• 23.2 Electric Generators and Motors
• 23.3 AC Circuits and Transformers

24. Quantum Physics

• 24.1 Quantized Energy and Photons
• 24.2 Wave-Particle Duality
• 24.3 The Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle

25. Atomic Physics

• 25.1 Early Models of the Atom
• 25.2 Bohr’s Model of the Hydrogen Atom
• 25.3 The Quantum Physics of Atoms

26. Nuclear Physics

• 26.1 The Nucleus
• 26.2 Radioactivity
• 26.3 Applications of Nuclear Physics
• 26.4 Fundamental Forces and Elementary Particles

27. Relativity

• 27.1 The Postulates of Relativity
• 27.2 The Relativity of Time and Length
• 27.3 E = mc^2
• 27.4 General Relativity

Math Review

Appendices

• Appendix A: Selected Answers
• Appendix B: Additional Problems
• Appendix C: Tables
• Appendix D: Safety in the Laboratory
• Credits
• Index