University Physics: Volume 2

Author: Zhang Sanhui
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Publish Date: 2003-11-01
Features: The content of the lower volume of this book includes electromagnetism, waves and optics, and the basics of quantum physics. The electromagnetism section follows the traditional system to explain the basic concepts and laws of electric fields, electric potential, magnetic fields, electromagnetic induction, and electromagnetic waves, also illustrating the relativity of electric and magnetic fields. The waves and optics section introduces the basic characteristics of vibrations and waves, as well as the fundamental laws of light interference, diffraction, and polarization. The basics of quantum physics section covers basic concepts such as wave-particle duality, probability waves, uncertainty relations, and energy quantization, as well as the states and distribution of electrons in atoms and solids. It also introduces basic knowledge of atomic nuclear binding energy, radioactive decay, and nuclear reactions. The "Today in Physics" section covers several modern physics and technology topics such as superconductivity and holography. The book includes a large number of examples and exercises drawn from daily life, practical technology, and natural phenomena. The content of both volumes of the book summarizes the basic requirements of university physics mathematics and can serve as a textbook for physics courses in higher education institutions, as well as a self-study reference book for secondary school physics teachers or other readers.