Conceptual Physical Science, 6th edition

  • Paul G. Hewitt
  • , John A. Suchocki
  • , Leslie A. Hewitt

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Conceptual Physical Science will open the doors of science to you. It's an overview of essential topics in physics, chemistry, earth science, and astronomy with optional quantitative analyses. The authors focus on concepts before computations, weaving real-world examples and applications throughout to capture your attention and provide context. Engaging art makes scientific concepts less intimidating and easier to grasp.

The 6th Edition is revised throughout, with updated Boxed Essays, FYI Sidenotes and Insights features. Exercises have been reorganized and end-of-chapter material is updated with over 150 new questions. New content includes fuel cell technology, trans fats, enthalpy, atmospheric moisture, and much more.

Published by Pearson (December 13th 2017) - Copyright © 2017

ISBN-13: 9780134857107

Subject: Physics

Category: Physical Science

Prologue: The Nature of Science

 

PART 1: PHYSICS

1. Patterns of Motion and Equilibrium

2. Newton's Laws of Motion

3. Momentum and Energy

4. Gravity, Projectiles, and Satellites

5. Fluid Mechanics

6. Temperature, Heat, and Thermodynamics

7. Heat Transfer and Change of Phase

8. Static and Current Electricity

9. Magnetism and Electromagnetic Induction

10. Waves and Sound

11. Light

 

PART 2: CHEMISTRY

12. Atoms and the Periodic Table

13. The Atomic Nucleus and Radioactivity

14. Elements of Chemistry

15. How Atoms Bond and Molecules Attract

16. Mixtures

17. How Chemicals React

18. Two Classes of Chemical Reactions

19. Organic Compounds

 

PART 3: EARTH SCIENCE

20. Rocks and Minerals

21. Plate Tectonics and Earth’s Interior

22. Shaping Earth’s Surface

23. Geologic Time—Reading the Rock Record

24. The Oceans, Atmosphere, and Climatic Effects       

25. Driving Forces of Weather

 

PART 4: ASTRONOMY

26. The Solar System

27. Stars and Galaxies

28. The Structure of Space and Time