Basic Concepts in Relativity and Early Quantum Theory, Second Edition - Softcover

Resnick, Robert; Halliday, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0023993405 ISBN 13: 9780023993404

Publisher: Macmillan Coll Div, 1992

Synopsis

A new edition of this introduction to modern physics, provides new material on the most recent experimental tests in relativity, and a fuller treatment of the space-time interval and the Kennedy-Thorndike experiment. It treats the quantum theory of specific heats, with material on synchrotron radiation, a modernized treatment of the electron microscope and a preview of quantum mechanics. Features include additional historical, philosophical and biographical material reflecting important published research of the past decade, along with a significant expansion - nearly double - in the number of problems, thought questions and worked-out examples. The book also includes references, summary tables and illustrations.

About this title

From the Publisher:

This book covers basic concepts in relativity/quantum theory using a large, varied set of worked examples, questions, and problems to illustrate key concepts. Relevant historical, philosophical, and biographical information is included.

About this edition

• Publisher: Macmillan Coll Div
• Publication date: 1992
• ISBN 10: 0023993405
• ISBN 13: 9780023993404
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 341