Problems for Physics Students
With Hints and Answers

K. F. Riley (Author)

9780521270731, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 25 November 1982

192 pages, 96 b/w illus.
22.8 x 15.1 x 1 cm, 0.29 kg

' … there's enough in the physics of the world around us today to stimulate everyone's imagination; and problems like Dr Riley's are excellent ways of exercising it.' Contemporary Physics

This book is a collection of some 400 physics problems, with hints on their solutions, and answers. The physics covered encompasses all areas studies by final-year (advanced level) students in schools and high schools. The author has concentrated on presenting interesting (and to some extent unusual) problems which can be solved using the physical principles normally taught in advanced school courses. By working through the questions, the student will become adept at selecting and applying physical principles appropriate to any particular problem. Problems for Physics Students will provide stimulation and practical help not only for those preparing for pre-university examinations in physics, but also for first-year physics and engineering students studying at universities and other institutions offering first-degree courses. Teachers of physics will find this an invaluable sourcebook for ideas to generate discussion, and for unusual problems to stimulate interest.

Preface
1. Physical dimensions
2. Linear mechanics and statics
3. Circular and rotational motion
4. Gravitation and circular orbits
5. Simple harmonic motion
6. Waves
7. Geometrical optics
8. Interference and diffraction
9. Structure and properties of solids
10. Properties of liquids
11. Properties of gases
12. Kinetic theory and statistical physics
13. Heat transfer
14. Electrostatics
15. Direct currents
16. Non-steady currents
17. Magnetic fields and currents
18. Electromagnetism
19. Nuclei
20. Electrons, photons and atoms
21. Shorts
22. Longs
23. Data handling
24. Guestimation
25. Why or how
26. Sophistry
Hints and intermediate answers
Answers
Appendix
Symbols and units
Formulae and relationships
Constants.

Subject Areas: Physics [PH]