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Thinking Like a Physicist, Physics Problems for Undergraduates,New
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This unique collection of problems and solutions, selected from examination and tutorial questions used in the University of Bristol, is the first book of its kind to address the 'art' of problem solving in a truly constructive manner. The reader is encouraged to apply basic physical principles, judicious assumptions and approximations, and simplified 'models' of complex situations, and to consider the limitations of the resulting solutions in short to 'think like a physicist'. The problems are taken from all branches of the subject, but most deal with topics that are essentially elementary, and should therefore be accessible to first and finalyear undergraduates alike. The inclusion of a full set of solutions ensures that the student cannot become 'lost' in a problems, and can therefore avoid much of the frustration associated with problem solving 'in the dark'. Students who use this book will no longer be faced with the feeling of helplessness even despair experienced upon opening an examination paper and being confronted with a seemingly impenetrable set of questions, apparently designed to foil even the the most diligent and attentive of pupils. They will no longer complain 'They didn't tell us that in lectures; how were we supposed to know that?' and will be confident when faced with problems outside their direct experience. As a teaching and learning aid, this book will prove to be an invaluable acquisition for lecturers and students in physics and the physical sciences, and should therefore not be missed.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Thinking Like a Physicist'? A: 'Thinking Like a Physicist' primarily focuses on enhancing problem-solving skills in physics for undergraduates, utilizing real exam questions and tutorial problems from the University of Bristol.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Thinking Like a Physicist' is N. Thompson.
- Q: What type of problems are included in the book? A: The book includes a unique collection of problems from various branches of physics, primarily focusing on elementary topics accessible to both first and final-year undergraduates.
- Q: Are solutions provided for the problems in the book? A: Yes, the book includes a full set of solutions for all problems, helping students understand their mistakes and learn effectively.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: 'Thinking Like a Physicist' is available as a new book in good condition.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Thinking Like a Physicist' contains 160 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: This book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Thinking Like a Physicist' published? A: The book was published on January 1, 1999.
- Q: What category does this book fall into? A: 'Thinking Like a Physicist' falls under the category of History & Philosophy.
- Q: Is this book suitable for self-study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for self-study, as it encourages students to engage with the problems and solutions independently.