Physics

by Paul Peter Urone and Roger Hinrichs

Published by OpenStax

PhysicsHigh school

This Physics resource was developed under the guidance and support of experienced high school teachers and subject matter experts. It is presented here in multiple formats: PDF, online, and low-cost print. Beginning with an introduction to physics and scientific processes and followed by chapters focused on motion, mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, and light, this book incorporates a variety of tools to engage and inspire students. Hands-on labs, worked examples, and highlights of how physics is applicable everywhere in the natural world are embedded throughout the book, and each chapter incorporates a variety of assessment types such as practice problems, performance tasks, and traditional multiple choice items. Additional instructor resources are included as well, including direct instruction presentations and a solutions manual.

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Adapted from Physics by Paul Peter Urone and Roger Hinrichs, published by OpenStax (Rice University) under CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/). Access the original for free at https://openstax.org/details/books/physics. Changes: converted to CuraCourse lessons, with interactive practice added.

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Preface1 page
1. Preface
1What is Physics?5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 1.1Physics: Definitions and Applications
3. 1.2The Scientific Methods
4. 1.3The Language of Physics: Physical Quantities and Units
5. Practice
2Motion in One Dimension6 pages
1. Introduction
2. 2.1Relative Motion, Distance, and Displacement
3. 2.2Speed and Velocity
4. 2.3Position vs. Time Graphs
5. 2.4Velocity vs. Time Graphs
6. Practice
3Acceleration4 pages
1. Introduction
2. 3.1Acceleration
3. 3.2Representing Acceleration with Equations and Graphs
4. Practice
4Forces and Newton’s Laws of Motion6 pages
1. Introduction
2. 4.1Force
3. 4.2Newton's First Law of Motion: Inertia
4. 4.3Newton's Second Law of Motion
5. 4.4Newton's Third Law of Motion
6. Practice
5Motion in Two Dimensions7 pages
1. Introduction
2. 5.1Vector Addition and Subtraction: Graphical Methods
3. 5.2Vector Addition and Subtraction: Analytical Methods
4. 5.3Projectile Motion
5. 5.4Inclined Planes
6. 5.5Simple Harmonic Motion
7. Practice
6Circular and Rotational Motion5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 6.1Angle of Rotation and Angular Velocity
3. 6.2Uniform Circular Motion
4. 6.3Rotational Motion
5. Practice
7Newton's Law of Gravitation4 pages
1. Introduction
2. 7.1Kepler's Laws of Planetary Motion
3. 7.2Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation and Einstein's Theory of General Relativity
4. Practice
8Momentum5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 8.1Linear Momentum, Force, and Impulse
3. 8.2Conservation of Momentum
4. 8.3Elastic and Inelastic Collisions
5. Practice
9Work, Energy, and Simple Machines5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 9.1Work, Power, and the Work–Energy Theorem
3. 9.2Mechanical Energy and Conservation of Energy
4. 9.3Simple Machines
5. Practice
10Special Relativity4 pages
1. Introduction
2. 10.1Postulates of Special Relativity
3. 10.2Consequences of Special Relativity
4. Practice
11Thermal Energy, Heat, and Work5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 11.1Temperature and Thermal Energy
3. 11.2Heat, Specific Heat, and Heat Transfer
4. 11.3Phase Change and Latent Heat
5. Practice
12Thermodynamics6 pages
1. Introduction
2. 12.1Zeroth Law of Thermodynamics: Thermal Equilibrium
3. 12.2First law of Thermodynamics: Thermal Energy and Work
4. 12.3Second Law of Thermodynamics: Entropy
5. 12.4Applications of Thermodynamics: Heat Engines, Heat Pumps, and Refrigerators
6. Practice
13Waves and Their Properties5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 13.1Types of Waves
3. 13.2Wave Properties: Speed, Amplitude, Frequency, and Period
4. 13.3Wave Interaction: Superposition and Interference
5. Practice
14Sound6 pages
1. Introduction
2. 14.1Speed of Sound, Frequency, and Wavelength
3. 14.2Sound Intensity and Sound Level
4. 14.3Doppler Effect and Sonic Booms
5. 14.4Sound Interference and Resonance
6. Practice
15Light4 pages
1. Introduction
2. 15.1The Electromagnetic Spectrum
3. 15.2The Behavior of Electromagnetic Radiation
4. Practice
16Mirrors and Lenses5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 16.1Reflection
3. 16.2Refraction
4. 16.3Lenses
5. Practice
17Diffraction and Interference4 pages
1. Introduction
2. 17.1Understanding Diffraction and Interference
3. 17.2Applications of Diffraction, Interference, and Coherence
4. Practice
18Static Electricity7 pages
1. Introduction
2. 18.1Electrical Charges, Conservation of Charge, and Transfer of Charge
3. 18.2Coulomb's law
4. 18.3Electric Field
5. 18.4Electric Potential
6. 18.5Capacitors and Dielectrics
7. Practice
19Electrical Circuits6 pages
1. Introduction
2. 19.1Ohm's law
3. 19.2Series Circuits
4. 19.3Parallel Circuits
5. 19.4Electric Power
6. Practice
20Magnetism5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 20.1Magnetic Fields, Field Lines, and Force
3. 20.2Motors, Generators, and Transformers
4. 20.3Electromagnetic Induction
5. Practice
21The Quantum Nature of Light5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 21.1Planck and Quantum Nature of Light
3. 21.2Einstein and the Photoelectric Effect
4. 21.3The Dual Nature of Light
5. Practice
22The Atom7 pages
1. Introduction
2. 22.1The Structure of the Atom
3. 22.2Nuclear Forces and Radioactivity
4. 22.3Half Life and Radiometric Dating
5. 22.4Nuclear Fission and Fusion
6. 22.5Medical Applications of Radioactivity: Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation
7. Practice
23Particle Physics5 pages
1. Introduction
2. 23.1The Four Fundamental Forces
3. 23.2Quarks
4. 23.3The Unification of Forces
5. Practice
Appendices1 page
1. AReference Tables

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