University Physics General Course. Optics · Modern Physics

Author: Zhong Xihua, Chen Ximou (Editor-in-Chief)
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: The complete tutorial includes "Mechanics," "Thermodynamics," "Electromagnetism," and "Optics. Modern Physics." In "Optics. Modern Physics," optics covers four chapters: Introduction, Interference, Diffraction, and Polarization, while modern physics covers five chapters: Relativity, Fundamentals of Quantum Physics, Atoms and Molecules, Atomic Nuclei, and Particles and the Universe. Optics primarily focuses on wave optics, presenting traditional content in a concise manner while introducing new perspectives on solving interference and diffraction problems, along with the novel physical implications and innovative applications developed from these approaches. Modern physics primarily deals with physics based on relativity and quantum theory, encompassing a series of groundbreaking physical concepts. This book guides readers through the development of physics, highlighting the insurmountable challenges faced by traditional classical physics, leading to the necessity of relativity and quantum theory. Building on this foundation, it provides a concise yet thorough explanation of fundamental physical concepts, laws, and problem-solving methods, offering a snapshot of the flourishing progress in modern physics. The book is well-structured, succinctly written, and features a clear and fluent style. With broad knowledge coverage, its content is roughly equivalent to a 40-hour lecture course, making it suitable for use in science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, and teacher training institutions.