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Physics, 5th edition

Published by Pearson (June 30, 2021) © 2022

  • James S. Walker Western Washington University

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  • More understandable. Translate text into 100+ languages with one tap.

In this eTextbook — More ways to learn

  • More flexible. Start learning right away, on any device.
  • More supportive. Get AI explanations and practice questions (select titles).
  • More interactive. Bring learning to life with audio, videos, and diagrams.
  • More memorable. Make concepts stick with highlights, search, notes, and flashcards.
  • More understandable. Translate text into 100+ languages with one tap.

In this eTextbook — More ways to learn

  • More flexible. Start learning right away, on any device.
  • More supportive. Get AI explanations and practice questions (select titles).
  • More interactive. Bring learning to life with audio, videos, and diagrams.
  • More memorable. Make concepts stick with highlights, search, notes, and flashcards.
  • More understandable. Translate text into 100+ languages with one tap.

Title overview

Walker's Physics provides a solid conceptual understanding of physics that can be expressed quantitatively and applied to the world around you. The author's friendly voice and talent for making complex concepts understandable complement an inviting art program, excellent homework problems and a variety of problem solving example types.

The 5th Edition introduces you to overarching principles in each chapter, real-world and biological applications, and problem-solving support to guide you in problem solving.

Table of contents

Physics, 5th Edition includes Chapters 1-32 but is also available as 2 separate volumes:

  • Volume 1 contains Chapters 1-18
  • Volume 2 contains Chapters 19-32
  1. Introduction to Physics

I. MECHANICS

  1. One-Dimensional Kinematics
  2. Vectors in Physics
  3. Two-Dimensional Kinematics
  4. Newtons Laws of Motion
  5. Applications of Newtons Laws
  6. Work and Kinetic Energy
  7. Potential Energy and Conservation of Energy
  8. Linear Momentum and Collisions
  9. Rotational Kinematics and Energy
  10. Rotational Dynamics and Static Equilibrium
  11. Gravity
  12. Oscillations About Equilibrium
  13. Waves and Sound
  14. Fluids

II. THERMAL PHYSICS

  1. Temperature and Heat
  2. Phases and Phase Changes
  3. The Laws of Thermodynamics

III. ELECTROMAGNETISM

  1. Electric Charges, Forces, and Fields
  2. Electric Potential and Electric Potential Energy
  3. Electric Current and Direct-Current Circuits
  4. Magnetism
  5. Magnetic Flux and Faradays Law of Induction
  6. Alternating-Current Circuits

IV. LIGHT AND OPTICS

  1. Electromagnetic Waves
  2. Geometrical Optics
  3. Optical Instruments
  4. Physical Optics: Interference and Diffraction

V. MODERN PHYSICS

  1. Relativity
  2. Quantum Physics
  3. Atomic Physics
  4. Nuclear Physics and Nuclear Radiation

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