ABSTRACT

This new edition of College Physics Essentials provides a streamlined update of a major textbook for algebra-based physics. This is the first volume and covers topics such as mechanics, heat, and thermodynamics. The second volume available separately, covers electricity, atomic, nuclear, and quantum physics. The authors provide emphasis on worked examples together with expanded problem sets that build from conceptual understanding to numerical solutions and real-world applications to increase reader engagement. Including over 900 images throughout the two volumes, this textbook is highly recommended for students seeking a basic understanding of key physics concepts and how to apply them to real problems.

chapter 1|21 pages

Measurement and Problem Solving *

chapter 2|24 pages

Kinematics: Description of Motion *

chapter 3|27 pages

Motion in Two Dimensions *

chapter 4|29 pages

Force and Motion *

chapter 5|27 pages

Work and Energy *

chapter 6|50 pages

Linear Momentum and Collisions

chapter 7|29 pages

Circular Motion and Gravitation

chapter 8|31 pages

Rotational Motion and Equilibrium

chapter 9|27 pages

Solids and Fluids

chapter 10|18 pages

Temperature and Kinetic Theory

chapter 11|46 pages

Heat

chapter 12|24 pages

Thermodynamics *

chapter 13|23 pages

Vibrations and Waves

chapter 14|21 pages

Sound