Applied Physics, 11/e presents clear, to-the-point, topical coverage of basic physics applied to industrial and technical fields. Throughout the text, emphasis is placed on teaching students to use a consistent problem-solving methodology. A wealth of real-world applications are presented, motivating students by teaching physics concepts in context. Updated with new color photos, clarifications, and enhancements, the Eleventh Edition also features sections on physics-related careers and new technologies to engage readers in the material.
Author(s): Dale Ewen, Neill Schurter, Erik Gundersen
Edition: 11
Publisher: Prentice Hall /Pearce
Year: 2016
Language: English
Pages: 777/777
Cover
Title Page
Copyright Page
Contents
Preface
Chapter 0 An Introduction to Physics
0.1 Why Study Physics?
0.2 Physics and Its Role in Technology
0.3 Physics and Its Connection to Other Fields and Sciences
0.4 Theories, Laws, and Problem Solving
Chapter 1 The Physics Tool Kit
1.1 Standards of Measure
1.2 Introduction to the Metric System
1.3 Scientific Notation
1.4 Length
1.5 Area and Volume
1.6 Other Units
1.7 Measurement: Significant Digits and Accuracy
1.8 Measurement: Precision
1.9 Calculations with Measurements
Chapter 2 Problem Solving
2.1 Formulas
2.2 Substituting Data into Formulas
2.3 Problem-Solving Method
Chapter 3 Vectors
3.1 Vectors and Scalars
3.2 Components of a Vector
3.3 Addition of Vectors
Chapter 4 Motion
4.1 Speed Versus Velocity
4.2 Acceleration
4.3 Uniformly Accelerated Motion and Free Fall
4.4 Projectile Motion
Chapter 5 Force
5.1 Force and the Law of Inertia
5.2 Force and the Law of Acceleration
5.3 Gravity and Weight
5.4 Friction
5.5 Total Forces in One Dimension
5.6 Law of Action and Reaction
Chapter 6 Momentum
6.1 Momentum and Impulse
6.2 Collisions in One Dimension
6.3 Collisions of Equal Masses in Two Dimensions
Chapter 7 Concurrent and Parallel Forces
7.1 Forces in Two Dimensions
7.2 Concurrent Forces in Equilibrium
7.3 Torque
7.4 Parallel Forces
7.5 Center of Gravity
Chapter 8 Work and Energy
8.1 Work
8.2 Power
8.3 Energy
8.4 Conservation of Mechanical Energy
8.5 Alternative Energy Sources
Chapter 9 Rotational Motion
9.1 Measurement of Rotational Motion
9.2 Angular Momentum
9.3 Centripetal Force
9.4 Power in Rotational Systems
9.5 Transferring Rotational Motion
9.6 Gears
9.7 Pulleys Connected with a Belt
Chapter 10 Simple Machines
10.1 Machines and Energy Transfer
10.2 The Lever
10.3 The Wheel-and-Axle
10.4 The Pulley
10.5 The Inclined Plane
10.6 The Screw
10.7 The Wedge
10.8 Compound Machines
10.9 The Effect of Friction on Simple Machines
Chapter 11 Universal Gravitation and Satellite Motion
11.1 Universal Gravitation
11.2 Gravitational Fields
11.3 Satellite Motion
Chapter 12 Matter
12.1 Properties of Matter
12.2 Properties of Solids
12.3 Properties of Liquids
12.4 Properties of Gases
12.5 Density
Chapter 13 Fluids
13.1 Hydrostatic Pressure
13.2 Hydraulic Principle
13.3 Air Pressure
13.4 Buoyancy
13.5 Fluid Flow
Chapter 14 Temperature and Heat Transfer
14.1 Temperature
14.2 Heat
14.3 Heat Transfer
14.4 Specific Heat
14.5 Method of Mixtures
14.6 Expansion of Solids
14.7 Expansion of Liquids
14.8 Change of Phase
Chapter 15 Properties of Gases
15.1 Charles’s Law
15.2 Boyle’s Law
15.3 Charles’s and Boyle’s Laws Combined
Chapter 16 Wave Motion and Sound
16.1 Characteristics of Waves
16.2 Electromagnetic Waves
16.3 Sound Waves
16.4 the Doppler Effect
16.5 Resonance
16.6 Simple Harmonic Motion
Chapter 17 Basic Electricity
17.1 Electric Charges
17.2 Induction
17.3 Coulomb’s Law
17.4 Electric Fields
17.5 Simple Circuits
17.6 Ohm’s Law
17.7 Series Circuits
17.8 Parallel Circuits
17.9 Compound Circuits
17.10 Electric Instruments
17.11 Voltage Sources
17.12 Cells in Series and Parallel
17.13 Electric Power
Chapter 18 Magnetism
18.1 Introduction to Magnetism
18.2 Magnetic Effects of Current
18.3 Induced Magnetism and Electromagnets
18.4 Induced Current
18.5 Generators
18.6 the Motor Principle
18.7 Magnetic Forces on Moving Charged Particles
Chapter 19 Alternating Current Electricity
19.1 What Is Alternating Current?
19.2 ac Power
19.3 Inductance
19.4 Inductance and Resistance in Series
19.5 Capacitance
19.6 Capacitance and Resistance in Series
19.7 Capacitance, Inductance, and Resistance in Series
19.8 Resonance
19.9 Rectification and Amplification
19.10 Commercial Generator Power Output
Chapter 20 Light
20.1 Nature of Light
20.2 the Speed of Light
20.3 Light as a Wave
20.4 Light as a Particle
20.5 Photometry
Chapter 21 Reflection and Refraction
21.1 Mirrors and Images
21.2 Images Formed by Plane Mirrors
21.3 Images Formed by Concave Mirrors
21.4 Images Formed by Convex Mirrors
21.5 The Mirror Formula
21.6 The Law of Refraction
21.7 Total Internal Reflection
21.8 Types of Lenses
21.9 Images Formed by Converging Lenses
21.10 Images Formed by Diverging Lenses
Chapter 22 Color
22.1 The Color of Light
22.2 Diffraction of Light
22.3 Interference
22.4 Polarization of Light
Chapter 23 Survey of Modern Physics
23.1 Quantum Theory
23.2 The Atom
23.3 Atomic Structure and Atomic Spectra
23.4 Quantum Mechanics and Atomic Properties
23.5 the Nucleus—Structure and Properties
23.6 Nuclear Mass and Binding Energy
23.7 Radioactive Decay
23.8 Nuclear Reactions—Fission and Fusion
23.9 Detection and Measurement of Radiation
23.10 Radiation Penetrating Power
Chapter 24 Special and General Relativity
24.1 Albert Einstein
24.2 Special Theory of Relativity
24.3 Space-Time
24.4 General Theory of Relativity
Appendix A Mathematics Review
A.1 Signed Numbers
A.2 Powers of 10
A.3 Solving Linear Equations
A.4 Solving Quadratic Equations
A.5 Right-Triangle Trigonometry
A.6 Law of Sines and Law of Cosines
Appendix B Problem-Solving Strategy: Dimensional and Unit Analysis
B.1 Dimensional Analysis
B.2 Unit Analysis and Conversion Factors
Appendix C Tables
Table 1 U.S. Weights and Measures
Table 2 Conversion Table for Length
Table 3 Conversion Table for Area
Table 4 Conversion Table for Volume
Table 5 Conversion Table for Mass
Table 6 Conversion Table for Density
Table 7 Conversion Table for Time
Table 8 Conversion Table for Speed
Table 9 Conversion Table for Force
Table 10 Conversion Table for Power
Table 11 Conversion Table for Pressure
Table 12 Mass and Weight Density
Table 13 Specific Gravity of Certain Liquids
Table 14 Conversion Table for Energy, Work, and Heat
Table 15 Heat Constants
Table 16 Coefficient of Linear Expansion
Table 17 Coefficient of Volume Expansion
Table 18 Charge
Table 19 Relationships of Metric SI Base and Derived Units
Table 20 Electric Symbols
Table 21 Periodic Table
Table 22 The Greek Alphabet
Appendix D Scientific Calculator
D.1 Scientific Notation
D.2 Squares and Square Roots
D.3 Trigonometric Operations
D.4 Finding a power
Appendix E Glossary
Appendix F Answers to Odd-Numbered Problems and to All Chapter
Review Questions and Problems
Index
Formulas From Physics
