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Discover the power of physics!

Physics I For Dummies, 4th Edition explains the basic principles of physics simply and clearly. This useful guide includes easy-to-follow explanations of motion, energy, the states of matter, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, relativity, and beyond. It breaks down complex concepts into manageable chunks and uses relatable examples to you readers understand how physics applies to everyday situations. You'll get a handle on physics in no time!

Inside:

  • Work through everything in an intro physics class, explained in plain English
  • Understand physics formulas and how to use them
  • Learn the basics of motion, force, work, heat, and more—and pass your test!
  • Make learning easier with examples that connect physics to the world

Perfect for anyone looking for a course supplement or for those simply curious about physics and the way it intersects with our everyday life, Physics I For Dummies takes the work out of learning physics.



Table of Contents:

Introduction 1

Part 1: Putting Physics into Motion. 5

Chapter 1: Using Physics to Understand Your World 7

Chapter 2: Reviewing the Basics: Math and Measurement 17

Chapter 3: Exploring the Need for Speed 31

Chapter 4: Following Directions: Motion in Two Dimensions 55

Part 2: May the Forces of Physics Be with You 81

Chapter 5: When Push Comes to Shove: Force 83

Chapter 6: Getting Down with Gravity, Inclined Planes, and Friction 103

Chapter 7: Circling Around Rotational Motion and Orbits 121

Chapter 8: Go with the Flow: Looking at Pressure in Fluids 143

Part 3: Manifesting the Energy to Work 167

Chapter 9: Getting Some Work Out of Physics 169

Chapter 10: Putting Objects in Motion: Momentum and Impulse 193

Chapter 11: Winding Up with Angular Kinetics 213

Chapter 12: Round and Round with Rotational Dynamics 239

Chapter 13: Springs ’n’ Things: Simple Harmonic Motion 257

Part 4: Laying Down the Laws of Thermodynamics 275

Chapter 14: Turning Up the Heat with Thermodynamics 277

Chapter 15: Here, Take My Coat: How Heat Is Transferred 293

Chapter 16: Best of the Best: The Ideal Gas Law 309

Chapter 17: Heat and Work: The Laws of Thermodynamics 321

Part 5: The Part of Tens 351

Chapter 18: Ten Ways Physics Runs Your Day 353

Chapter 19: Ten Physics Heroes 361

Glossary 367

Index 373


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9781394367146
  • Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
  • Publisher Imprint: For Dummies
  • Height: 234 mm
  • No of Pages: 400
  • Spine Width: 25 mm
  • Width: 185 mm
  • ISBN-10: 1394367147
  • Publisher Date: 26 Jan 2026
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: Y
  • Weight: 521 gr


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