For courses in introductory calculus-based physics. Precise. Highly accurate. Carefully crafted. Physics for Scientists and Engineers with Modern Physics combines outstanding pedagogy and a clear and direct narrative with applications that draw the student into the physics at hand. The text gives students a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of physics in all its aspects, from mechanics to modern physics. Each topic begins with concrete observations and experiences that students can relate to their everyday lives and future professions, and then moves to generalizations and the more formal aspects of the physics to show why we believe what we believe.

The 5th Edition presents a wide range of new applications including the physics of digital, added approaches for practical problem-solving techniques, and new Pearson Mastering Physics resources that enhance the understanding of physics.

Pearson Mastering® Physics is not included. Students, if Pearson Mastering Physics is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask your instructor for the correct ISBN. Pearson Mastering Physics should only be purchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearson representative for more information.

For courses in introductory calculus-based physics.

Precise. Highly accurate. Carefully crafted.
Physics for Scientists and Engineers combines outstanding pedagogy and a clear and direct narrative with applications that draw the student into the physics at hand. The text gives students a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of physics in all its aspects, from mechanics to modern physics. Each topic begins with concrete observations and experiences that students can relate to their everyday lives and future professions, and then moves to generalizations and the more formal aspects of the physics to show why we believe what we believe. The 5th Edition presents a wide range of new applications including the physics of digital, added approaches for practical problem-solving techniques, and new Mastering Physics resources that enhance the understanding of physics.

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Douglas C. Giancoli obtained his BA in physics (summa cum laude) from UC Berkeley, his MS in physics at MIT, and his PhD in elementary particle physics back at UC Berkeley. He spent 2 years as a post-doctoral fellow at UC Berkeley's Virus lab developing skills in molecular biology and biophysics. His mentors include Nobel winners Emilio Segre and Donald Glaser. He has taught a wide range of undergraduate courses, traditional as well as innovative ones, and continues to update his textbooks meticulously, seeking ways to better provide an understanding of physics for students. Doug's favorite spare-time activity is the outdoors, especially climbing peaks. He says climbing peaks is like learning physics: it takes effort and the rewards are great.

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This title is a Pearson Global Edition. Theeditorial team at Pearson has worked closely with educators around the world toinclude content which is especially relevant to an international and diverseaudience.

Forcourses in introductory calculus-based physics.

Precise.Highly accurate. Carefully crafted. Physics for Scientists and Engineers combines outstanding pedagogy and a clear and directnarrative with applications that draw the student into the physics at hand. Thetext gives students a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of physicsin all its aspects, from mechanics to modern physics. Each topic begins withconcrete observations and experiences that students can relate to theireveryday lives and future professions, and then moves to generalizations andthe more formal aspects of the physics to show why we believe what webelieve.

The 5thEdition presents a wide range of new applications including thephysics of digital, added approaches for practical problem-solving techniques,and new Pearson Mastering Physics resources that enhance the understanding ofphysics.

Pearson Mastering-« Physics is not included. Students, if Pearson MasteringPhysics is a recommended/mandatory component of the course, please ask yourinstructor for the correct ISBN. Pearson Mastering Physics should only bepurchased when required by an instructor. Instructors, contact your Pearsonrepresentative for more information.

Zusammenfassung

For courses in introductory calculus-based physics. 

Precise. Highly accurate. Carefully crafted. 
Physics for Scientists and Engineers combines outstanding pedagogy and a clear and direct narrative with applications that draw the student into the physics at hand. The text gives students a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of physics in all its aspects, from mechanics to modern physics. Each topic begins with concrete observations and experiences that students can relate to their everyday lives and future professions, and then moves to generalizations and the more formal aspects of the physics to show why we believe what we believe. The 5th Edition presents a wide range of new applications including the physics of digital, added approaches for practical problem-solving techniques, and new Mastering Physics resources that enhance the understanding of physics.

Inhalt

1. Introduction, Measurement, Estimating

   • How Science Works
   • Models, Theories, and Laws
   • Measurement and Uncertainty; Significant Figures
   • Units, Standards, and the SI System
   • Converting Units
   • Order of Magnitude: Rapid Estimating
   • *Dimensions and Dimensional Analysis

2. Describing Motion: Kinematics in One Dimension

   • Reference Frames and Displacement
   • Average Velocity
   • Instantaneous Velocity
   • Acceleration
   • Motion at Constant Acceleration
   • Solving Problems
   • Freely Falling Objects
   • *Variable Acceleration; Integral Calculus

3. Kinematics in Two or Three Dimensions; Vectors

   • Vectors and Scalars
   • Addition of VectorsGraphical Methods
   • Subtraction of Vectors, and Multiplication of a Vector by a Scalar
   • Adding Vectors by Components
   • Unit Vectors
   • Vector Kinematics
   • Solving Problems Involving Projectile Motion
   • Relative Velocity

4. Dynamics: Newton's Laws of Motion

   • Force
   • Newton's First Law of Motion
   • Mass
   • Newton's Second Law of Motion
   • Newton's Third Law of Motion
   • Weightthe Force of Gravity; and the Normal Force
   • Solving Problems with Newton's Laws: Free-Body Diagrams
   • Problem SolvingA General Approach

5. Using Newton's Laws: Friction, Circular Motion, Drag Forces

   • Using Newton's Laws with Friction
   • Uniform Circular MotionKinematics
   • Dynamics of Uniform Circular Motion
   • Highway Curves: Banked and Unbanked
   • Nonuniform Circular Motion
   • *Velocity-Dependent Forces: Drag and Terminal Velocity

6. Gravitation and Newton's Synthesis

   • Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation
   • Vector Form of Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation
   • Gravity Near the Earth's Surface
   • Satellites and "Weightlessness"
   • Planets, Kepler's Laws, and Newton's Synthesis
   • Moon Rises an Hour Later Each Day
   • Types of Forces in Nature
   • *Gravitational Field
   • *Principle of Equivalence; Curvature of Space; Black Holes

7. Work and Energy

   • Work Done by a Constant Force
   • Scalar Product of Two Vectors
   • Work Done by a Varying Force
   • Kinetic Energy and the Work-Energy Principle

8. Conservation of Energy

   • Conservative and Nonconservative Forces
   • Potential Energy
   • Mechanical Energy and Its Conservation
   • Problem Solving Using Conservation of Mecha…