Hugh D. Young, Roger A. Freeman
ISBN #9780321501219
12th Edition
3,769 Questions
Homework Questions
University Physics with Modern Physics is a comprehensive textbook that methodically builds from fundamental principles—such as units, vectors, and kinematics—to more advanced topics in electromagnetism, thermodynamics, optics, and quantum mechanics. The book follows a logical progression where early chapters establish a solid understanding of motion and energy, gradually introducing complex phenomena like rotational dynamics, wave behavior, and energy conservation. Central to its narrative are the pivotal laws and theories—Newton’s laws, the conservation of energy and momentum, Gauss’s law, and the Schrödinger equation—which serve as the "characters" driving the exploration of physical phenomena. By intertwining clear explanations with practical examples, the text not only enhances problem-solving skills but also deepens the reader’s appreciation for how timeless physical laws underpin both everyday events and the vast mechanics of the universe.
Chapter 1
Units, Physical Quantities, and Vectors
Chapter 2
Motion Along a Straight Line
Chapter 3
Motion in Two or Three Dimensions
Chapter 4
Newton's Laws of Motion
Chapter 5
Applying Newton's Laws
Chapter 6
Work and Kinetic Energy
Chapter 7
Potential Energy and Energy Conservation
Chapter 8
Momentum, Impulse, and Collisions
Chapter 9
Rotation of Rigid Bodies
Chapter 10
Dynamics of Rotational Motion
Chapter 11
Equilibrium and Elasticity
Chapter 12
Gravitation
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Chapter 13
Periodic Motion
Chapter 14
Fluid Mechanics
Chapter 15
Mechanical Waves
Chapter 16
Sound and Hearing
Chapter 17
Temperature and Heat
Chapter 18
Thermal Properties of Matter
Chapter 19
The First Law of Thermodynamics
Chapter 20
The Second Law of Thermodynamics
Chapter 21
Electric Charge and Electric Field
Chapter 22
Gauss's Law
Chapter 23
Electric Potential
Chapter 24
Capacitance and Dielectrics
Chapter 25
Current, Resistance, and Electromotive Force
Chapter 26
Direct-Current Circuits
Chapter 27
Magnetic Field and Magnetic Forces
Chapter 28
Sources of Magnetic Field
Chapter 29
Electromagnetic Induction
Chapter 30
Inductance
Chapter 31
Alternating Current
Chapter 32
Electromagnetic Waves
Chapter 33
The Nature and Propagation of Light
Chapter 34
Geometric Optics and Optical Instruments
Chapter 35
Interference
Chapter 36
Diffraction
Chapter 37
Relativity
Chapter 38
Photons, Flectrons, and Atoms
Chapter 39
The Wave Nature of Particles
Chapter 40
Quantum Mechanics
Chapter 41
Atomic Structure
Chapter 42
Molecules and Condensed Matter
Chapter 43
Nuclear Physics
Chapter 44
Particle Physics and Cosmology
Problem 1
35.1. Two coherent sources $A$ and $B$ of radio waves are 5.00 $\mathrm{m}$ apart. Each source emits waves with wavelength 6.00 $\mathrm{m}$ . Consider points along the line between the two sources. At what distances, if any, from $A$ is the interference (a) constructive and (b) destructive?
Khoobchandra Agrawal Numerade Educator
Problem 2
In Fig. 5.41 each of the suspended blocks has weight w. The pulleys are frictionless and the ropes have negligible weight. Calculate, in each case, the tension $T$ in the rope in terms of the weight $w .$ In each case, include the free-body diagram or diagrams you used to determine the answer. figure can't copy
Dading Chen Numerade Educator
Problem 3
Suppose the two lightning bolts shown in Fig. 37.5 a are simultaneous to an observer on the train. Show that they are not simultaneous to an observer on the ground. Which lightning strike does the ground observer measure to come first?
Robert Zaballa Numerade Educator
Problem 4
An old oaken bucket of mass 6.75 $\mathrm{kg}$ hangs in a well at the end of a rope. The rope passes over a frictionless pulley at the top of the well, and you pull horizontally on the end of the rope to raise the bucket slowly a distance of 4.00 $\mathrm{m} .$ (a) How much work do you do on the bucket in pulling it up? (b) How much work does gravity do on the bucket? (c) What is the total work done on the bucket?
Surjit Tewari Numerade Educator
Problem 5
A piano string sounds a middle A by vibrating primarily at 220 $\mathrm{Hz}$ , (a) Calculate the string's period and angular frequency. (b) Calculate the period and angular frequency for a soprano singing an A one octave higher, which is twice the frequency of the piano string.
Problem 6
(a) What is the magnitude of the momentum of a $10,000-k g$ truck whose speed is 12.0 $\mathrm{m} / \mathrm{s} ?$ (b) What speed would a $2,000-\mathrm{kg}$ SUV have to attain in order to have (i) the same momentum? (ii) the same kinetic energy?
João Gabriel Alencar Caribé Numerade Educator
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