Wiley Plus Products Series

Book 895

The Sciences: An Integrated Approach 7E with WileyPLUS Blackboard Card Set

by James Trefil and Robert M. Hazen

Published 12 December 2012

The Sciences

by James S. Trefil and Robert M. Hazen

Published 8 September 1993

Presenting details of astronomy, biology, chemistry, geology and physics in one text, this work presents science in the context of everyday life by encouraging students to make connections between scientific principles, current events, and daily activities. The book contains a clear presentation of mathematical examples and formulae as well as numerous end-of-chapter questions. A solutions manual is available to accompany this text.

Physics Matters an Introduction to Physics 1E WileyPlus Standalone Registration Card

by James S. Trefil and Robert M. Hazen

Published 28 July 2006

Wiley Plus/Blackboard Stand-alone to accompany Physics Matters

by James S. Trefil and Robert M. Hazen

Published 1 July 2006

Physics Matters

by James Trefil and Robert M. Hazen

Published 30 December 2003

From amusement park rides to critical environmental issues such as energy generation-physics affects almost every aspect of our world. In PHYSICS MATTERS, James Trefil and Robert Hazen examine the fundamental physics principles at work behind the many practical applications that fuel our society and individual lives. Their goal is to promote a deeper understanding of how the great ideas of physics connect to form a much larger understanding of the universe in which we live. Highlights* Helps readers build a general knowledge of key ideas in physics and their connection to technology and other areas of science.* Promotes an appreciation of what science is, how scientific knowledge is developed, and how it differs from other intellectual activities.* Examines modern technologies, including GPS, the Internet, and information technologies, as well as medical technologies, such as MRI, PET scans, CAT scans, and radioisotope tracers.* Explores key issues facing the world today, such as global warning, nuclear waste, and government funding for research.

Physics Matters

by James S. Trefil

Published 15 April 2004

Written by authors who have vast experience in communicating science to general audiences, "Physics Matters" conveys the principles of physics in a manner that is understandable to non-majors. In a prose style that is clear, engaging, and contemporary, it pays particular attention to the relevance of physics in comprehending our modern technological society and the issues created by those technologies. It offers a broad, relatively non-mathematical, and highly readable survey of all the standard topics in physics. Before you buy, make sure you are getting the best value and all the learning tools you'll need to succeed in your course. If your professor requires eGrade Plus, you can purchase it now at no additional cost! With this special eGrade Plus package you get the new text no highlighting, no missing pages, no food stains an activity book with class activities, self study and homework assignments, as well as a registration code to eGrade Plus, a suite of effective learning tools to help you get a better grade. eGrade Plus gives you: a complete online version of the textbook; video experiments; student web projects; self assessment tests; homework questions with links to the relevant section of the online book.
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