David Halliday, Robert Resnick , Jearl Walker
ISBN #9781118230619
10th Edition
4,172 Questions
Homework Questions
Fundamentals of Physics is a comprehensive textbook that systematically introduces the core principles and laws governing physical phenomena, from precise measurement techniques to the intricate behaviors of subatomic particles. The book methodically explores classical mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, wave motion, and modern quantum theory, using clear explanations and practical examples to bridge theory and real-world application. While it does not follow a narrative with characters in the traditional sense, it highlights the seminal contributions of figures like Newton, Maxwell, and Einstein, whose discoveries underpin many of its key discussions. Overall, the text serves as an indispensable guide for students, encouraging them to develop a deep, quantitative understanding of the physical world.
Chapter 1
Measurement
Chapter 2
Motion Along a Straight Line
Chapter 3
Vectors
Chapter 4
Motion in Two and Three Dimensions
Chapter 5
Force and Motion-I
Chapter 6
Force and Motion-II
Chapter 7
Kinetic Energy and Work
Chapter 8
Potential Energy and Conservation of Energy
Chapter 9
Center of Mass and Linear Momentum
Chapter 10
Rotation
Chapter 11
Rolling, Torque, and Angular Momentum
Chapter 12
Equilibrium and Elasticity
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Chapter 13
Gravitation
Chapter 14
Fluids
Chapter 15
Oscillations
Chapter 16
Waves-I
Chapter 17
Waves-II
Chapter 18
Temperature, Heat, and the First Law of Thermodynamics
Chapter 19
The Kinetic Theory of Gases
Chapter 20
Entropy and the Second Law of Thermodynamics
Chapter 21
Coulomb's Law
Chapter 22
Electric Fields
Chapter 23
Gauss' Law
Chapter 24
Electric Potential
Chapter 25
Capacitance
Chapter 26
Current and Resistance
Chapter 27
Circuits
Chapter 28
Magnetic Fields
Chapter 29
Magnetic Fields Due to Currents
Chapter 30
Induction and Inductance
Chapter 31
Electromagnetic Oscillations and Alternating Current
Chapter 32
Maxwell's Equations: Magnetism of Matter
Chapter 33
Electromagnetic Waves
Chapter 34
Images
Chapter 35
Interference
Chapter 36
Diffraction
Chapter 37
Relativity
Chapter 38
Photons and Matter Waves
Chapter 39
More About Matter Waves
Chapter 40
All About Atoms
Chapter 41
Conduction of Electricity in Solids
Chapter 42
Nuclear Physics
Chapter 43
Energy from the Nucleus
Chapter 44
Quarks, Leptons, and the Big Bang
Problem 1
Earth is approximately a sphere of radius $6.37 \times 10^{6} \mathrm{m}$ What are (a) its circumference in kilometers, (b) its surface area in square kilometers, and (c) its volume in cubic kilometers?
Zachary Warner Numerade Educator
Problem 2
Identical isolated conducting spheres 1 and 2 have equal charges and are separated by a distance that is large compared with their diameters (Fig. $21-22 a ) .$ The electrostatic force acting on sphere 2 due to sphere 1 is $F .$ Suppose now that a third identical sphere $3,$ having an insulating handle and initially neutral, is touched first to sphere $1($ Fig. $21-22 b),$ then to sphere 2$($ Fig. $21-22 c)$ and finally removed (Fig. $21-22 d ) .$ The electrostatic force that now acts on sphere 2 has magnitude $F^{\prime} .$ What is the ratio $F^{\prime} / F ?$
Eric Mockensturm Numerade Educator
Problem 3
SSM What are (a) the $x$ component and $(b)$ the $y$ component of a vector $\vec{a}$ in the $x y$ plane if its direction is $250^{\circ}$ counterclockwise from the positive direction of the $x$ axis and its magnitude is 7.3 $\mathrm{m} ?$
Supratim Pal Numerade Educator
Problem 4
An object undergoing simple harmonic motion takes 0.25 s to travel from one point of zero velocity to the next such point. The distance between those points is 36 $\mathrm{cm} .$ Calculate the (a) period, (b) frequency, and (c) amplitude of the motion.
Joanna Josey Numerade Educator
Problem 5
Position, Displacement, and Average Velocity While driving a car at 90 km/h, how far do you move while your eyes shut for 0.50 s during a hard sneeze?
Averell Hause Numerade Educator
Problem 6
A surveyor is using a magnetic compass 6.1 $\mathrm{m}$ below a power line in which there is a steady current of 100 A. (a) What is the magnetic field at the site of the compass due to the power line? (b) Will this field interfere seriously with the compass reading? The horizontal component of Earth's magnetic field at the site is 20$\mu \mathrm{T}$ .
Sheh Lit Chang Numerade Educator
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