Teach Yourself (McGraw-Hill)
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More than 60 million Teach Yourself products sold worldwide Easily untangle the subject of physics "Understand Physics: A Teach Yourself Guide" lets you explore the important concepts of force and motion, electricity, light, molecules, matter and space and discover the frontiers of physics. With numerous questions, answers and worked examples throughout, you will feel confident in approaching the science and applying your knowledge. Includes: One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience Essential knowledge and formulas Numerous easy-to-follow diagrams illustrate key points
For readers without any previous knowledge of the subject, this book provides an introduction to physics, covering the main branches of the subject and the key ideas that run through it. It also outlines important recent and past discoveries and wherever possible relates physics to familiar situations. Essential knowledge and formulae are highlighted, and the book provides a gradual introduction to the mathematical skills required.