Fundamentals of Physics I - Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics

A beloved introductory physics textbook, now including exercises and an answer key, explains the concepts essential for thorough scientific understandingIn this concise book, R. Shankar, a well-known physicist and contagiously enthusiastic educator, explains the essential concepts of Newtonian mechanics, special relativity, waves, fluids, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics. Now in an expanded edition-complete with problem sets and answers for course use or self-study-this work provides an ideal introduction for college-level students of physics, chemistry, and engineering; for AP Physics students; and for general readers interested in advances in the sciences. The book begins at the simplest level, develops the basics, and reinforces fundamentals, ensuring a solid foundation in the principles and methods of physics.

Product details

• Authors: R. Shankar
• Publisher: Yale University Press Ltd
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.08.2019
• EAN: 9780300243772
• ISBN: 978-0-300-24377-2
• No. of pages: 506
• Dimensions: 156 mm x 234 mm x 29 mm
• Subjects: Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Physics, astronomy > Theoretical physics; Relativitätstheorie, SCIENCE / Physics / Relativity, Relativity physics