All You Wanted to Know about Mathematics but Were Afraid to Ask: Volume 1: Mathematics Applied to Science

Louis Lyons

ISBN 10: 0521434653 / ISBN 13: 9780521434652

Published by Cambridge University Press, 1995

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Practical and entertaining maths for science, addressing the real world rather than dry theorems. Num Pages: 344 pages, 65 b/w illus. 1 table. BIC Classification: PDE; PH. Category: (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 228 x 152 x 24. Weight in Grams: 680. . 1995. 1st Edition. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: All You Wanted to Know about Mathematics but Were Afraid to Ask: Volume 1: Mathematics Applied to Science
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521434653
• ISBN 13: 9780521434652
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Physics and engineering students need a clear understanding of mathematics in order to solve a vast array of problems posed to them in coursework. Unfortunately, in many textbooks, mathematical proofs and techniques obscure a fundamental understanding of the physical principles. In a clear and didactic manner, this book explains to the student why particular advanced mathematical techniques are useful for solving certain problems. The aim is to convey a deeper appreciation of mathematical methods that are applicable to physics and engineering through a discussion of a wide range of real physical problems. The topics covered include simultaneous equations, three-dimensional geometry and vectors, complex numbers, differential equations, partial derivatives, Taylor series, and Lagrange multipliers.

Book Description

Geared to the specific needs of physics and engineering students, the aim of this textbook is to convey a deeper appreciation of advanced mathematical methods and problem-solving techniques through a discussion of a wide range of real physical problems.