Physics Preliminary Edition

A basic, non-mathematical textbook for non-science students in secondary school or college. The book is based on Robert Karplus' many years of research on how beginners think about physics. In the "modeling approach" students explore and test simple analog, working and mathematical models for physical phenomena. The models provide a clear, understandable transition to the key principles and theories of physics. The book begins with the basic concepts of relative motion, reference frames, interaction, systems, and a descriptive overview of energy transfer. Subsequent chapters develop the details of temperature and heat, thermal (internal) energy, forces and work, electrical energy and electrical circuits, velocity and acceleration, Newton's Laws, motion near the surface of the earth, periodic and circular motion, celestial mechanics and gravity, pressure and kinetic theory, light and sound, waves, and modern physics (Bohr model and the basics of quantum mechanics). The "Modeling Instruction" approach is used in secondary schools throughout the US (see modeling.asu.edu). This book is especially useful in conjunction with (or as preparation for) the study of chemistry.

The third edition of Physics 1 Preliminary Course 3E is revised and updated to meet all the requirements of the amended Stage 6 Physics Syllabus. Written by a team of experienced Physics teachers, this text provides a firm base for the study of the topics in the second book in the series, Physics 2 HSC Course 3E. Features Full-colour, high quality, detailed illustrations to enhance students' understanding of Physics concepts Clearly written explanations and sample problems Interest boxes focusing on up-to-date information, current research and new discoveries Practical activities at the end of each chapter to support the syllabus investigations Chapter reviews that provide a summary and a range of problem-solving and descriptive questions Physics 1 Preliminary Course 3E eBookPLUS is an electronic version of the student textbook as well as a complementary set of targeted digital resources. These flexible and engaging ICT activities are available to you online at the JacarandaPLUS website (www.jacplus.com.au). Your eBookPLUS resources include: ? the entire student textbook in electronic format ? HTML links to other useful support material on the internet ? Word documents designed for easy customisation and editing ? interactive activities and a wealth of ICT resources Click to view Physics 1 Preliminary Course 3E eBookPLUS.