Elementary Lessons in Physics: Mechanics (Including Hydrostatics) And Light (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Edwin H. Hall

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0260391697 ISBN 13: 9780260391698

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Build a solid foundation in physics with hands-on learning.

This clear, classroom‑friendly edition covers mechanics, heat, sound, light, electricity, and magnetism through guided experiments and careful explanations. Ideal for students new to physics, it blends practical activities with core concepts to help learners observe, measure, and think like scientists.

The book emphasizes active laboratory work, careful observation, and application of ideas in real settings. It connects everyday actions—from sailing and swimming to measuring weights and pressures—with physics principles, helping students see why science matters in the world around them. A structured course layout supports teachers with ready-to-use exercises and a practical progression through topics.

• Hands-on lab exercises on density, specific gravity, fluid pressure, levers, pulleys, and the pendulum to build measurement and reasoning skills.
• Foundations of light and optics, including reflection, refraction, lenses, and color spectra, with simple demonstrations and apparatus guidance.
• Clear explanations of how experiments illustrate physical laws, plus guidance on estimating errors and drawing conclusions.
• A practical course plan and equipment suggestions to support classroom use over a full school year.

Ideal for readers of introductory physics and for teachers seeking a structured, experiment‑driven approach to the subject.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0260391697
• ISBN 13: 9780260391698
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 200