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University Physics with Modern Physics

Wolfgang Bauer, Gary D. Westfall

ISBN #9780073513881

2nd Edition

3,553 Questions

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Summary

"University Physics with Modern Physics" is a comprehensive textbook that systematically develops the fundamental principles governing both classical and modern physics. It begins by introducing quantitative tools and basic kinematics, then methodically explores dynamics, energy conservation, and oscillatory systems before transitioning into areas such as electromagnetism, optics, and thermodynamics. As the text progresses, it delves into groundbreaking topics like relativity and quantum mechanics, effectively bridging traditional theories with contemporary applications. Although it isn’t a narrative with characters, the work is animated by the contributions of iconic figures in physics whose principles and discoveries underpin the subject matter, providing a rich context for students’ exploration of physical phenomena.

Chapters & Topics Covered

Chapter 1

Overview

Chapter 2

Motion in a Straight Line

Chapter 3

Motion in Two and Three Dimensions

Chapter 4

Force

Chapter 5

Kinetic Energy, Work, and Power

Chapter 6

Potential Energy and Energy Conservation

Chapter 7

Momentum and Collisions

Chapter 8

Systems of Particles and Extended Objects

Chapter 9

Circular Motion

Chapter 10

Rotation

Chapter 11

Static Equilibrium

Chapter 12

Gravitation

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Chapter 13

Solids and Fluids

Chapter 14

Oscillations

Chapter 15

Waves

Chapter 16

Sound

Chapter 17

Temperature

Chapter 18

Heat and the First Law of Thermodynamics

Chapter 19

Ideal Gases

Chapter 20

The Second Law of Thermodynamics

Chapter 21

Electrostatics

Chapter 22

Electric Fields and Gauss's Law

Chapter 23

Electric Potential

Chapter 24

Capacitors

Chapter 25

Current and Resistance

Chapter 26

Direct Current Circuits

Chapter 27

Magnetism

Chapter 28

Magnetic Fields of Moving Charges

Chapter 29

Electromagnetic Induction

Chapter 30

Alternating Current Circuits

Chapter 31

Electromagnetic Waves

Chapter 32

Geometric Optics

Chapter 33

Lenses and Optical Instruments

Chapter 34

Wave Optics

Chapter 35

Relativity

Chapter 36

Quantum Physics

Chapter 37

Quantum Mechanics

Chapter 38

Atomic Physics

Chapter 39

Elementary Particle Physics

Chapter 40

Nuclear Physics

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Problem 1

A block of mass 5.0 kg slides without friction at a speed of $8.0 \mathrm{~m} / \mathrm{s}$ on a horizontal table surface until it strikes and sticks to a horizontal spring (with spring constant of $k=2000 . \mathrm{N} / \mathrm{m}$ and very small mass $),$ which in turn is attached to a wall. How far is the spring compressed before the mass comes to rest? a) $0.40 \mathrm{~m}$ c) $0.30 \mathrm{~m}$ e) $0.67 \mathrm{~m}$ b) $0.54 \mathrm{~m}$ d) $0.020 \mathrm{~m}$

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Problem 2

Two athletes jump straight up. Upon leaving the ground, Adam has half the initial speed of Bob. Compared to Adam, Bob jumps a) 0.50 times as high. b) 1.41 times as high. c) twice as high. d) three times as high. e) four times as high.

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Problem 3

An arrow is shot horizontally with a speed of $20 . \mathrm{m} / \mathrm{s}$ from the top of a tower $60 . \mathrm{m}$ high. The time to reach the ground will be a) $8.9 \mathrm{~s}$. b) $7.1 \mathrm{~s}$. c) $3.5 \mathrm{~s}$ d) $2.6 \mathrm{~s}$. e) $1.0 \mathrm{~s}$

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Problem 4

A magnetic field is oriented in a certain direction in a horizontal plane. An electron moves in a certain direction in the horizontal plane. For this situation, there a) is one possible direction for the magnetic force on the electron. b) are two possible directions for the magnetic force on the electron. c) are infinite possible directions for the magnetic force on the electron.

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Problem 5

A positive charge is released and moves along an electric field line. This charge moves to a position of a) lower potential and lower potential energy. b) lower potential and higher potential energy. c) higher potential and lower potential energy. d) higher potential and higher potential energy.

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Problem 6

Which of the following is the trequency of the musical note $\mathrm{C} 5 ?$ a) $376 \mathrm{~g}$ b) $483 \mathrm{~m} / \mathrm{s}$ c) $523 \mathrm{~Hz}$ d) $26.5 \mathrm{~J}$

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