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GCSE Physics Tom Duncan

GCSE Physics By Tom Duncan

GCSE Physics by Tom Duncan


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This edition is in full colour and in line with the requirements of the National Curriculum and the revised GSCE Physics syllabuses. It is designed for students studying for GCSE, IGCSE, UCLES Cambridge and London overseas O level Physics and equivalent examinations.

GCSE Physics Summary

GCSE Physics by Tom Duncan

This edition is in full colour and in line with the requirements of the National Curriculum and the revised GSCE Physics syllabuses. It is designed for students studying for GCSE, IGCSE, UCLES Cambridge and London overseas O level Physics and equivalent examinations. Since publication "GCSE Physics" has been adopted and it is now established as one of the leading courses for students preparing for GCSE or equivalent examinations, throughout the world. It has been updated for the third edition to keep in line with the revised National Curriculum and the new GCSE Physics syllabuses. New features include: redesigned layout, with colour used to highlight features such as extension work and checklists; artwork and photographs updated and full colour used throughout; chapters on energy and energy sources expanded and updated; a new section, "Physics Investigations", including 21 suggestions for activities; and questions revised to include ones from recent past papers.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements Preface. Physics and technology. Physics investigations. Part 1 - Light and sight: Light rays; Reflection of light; Plane mirrors; Curved mirrors; Refraction of light; Total internal reflection; Lenses; The eye; Colour; Simple optical instruments; Microscopes and telescopes; Additional questions. Part 2 - Waves and sound: Mechanical waves; Light waves; Electromagnetic radiation; Sound waves; Musical notes; Additional questions. Part 3 - Matter and molecules: Measurements; Density; Weight and springs; Molecules; Properties of matter; Additional questions. Part 4 - Forces and pressure: Moments and levers; Centres of gravity; Adding forces; Energy transfer; Machines; Pressure in liquids; Atmospheric pressure; Floating, sinking and flying; Fluid flow; Additional questions. Part 5 - Motion and energy: Velocity and acceleration; Graphs and equations; Falling bodies; Newton's laws of motion; Momentum; Kinetic and potential energy; Circular motion; Additional questions. Part 6 - Heat and energy: Thermometers; Expansion of solids and liquids; The gas laws; Specific heat capacity; Latent heat; Vapours and convection; Conduction; Radiation; Energy sources; Heat engines; Additional questions. Part 7 - Electricity and magnetism: Static electricity; Electric current; Potential difference; Resistance; Capacitors; Electrolysis and cells; Electric power; Electricity in the home; Additional questions; Magnetic fields; Electromagnets; Electric motors; Electric meters; Generators; Transformers; Additional questions. Part 8 - Electrons and atoms: Electrons; Radioactivity; Atomic structure; Electronics and control; Telecommunications; Additional questions. Part 9 Earth and space physics: Structure of the Earth; The Solar System; Stars and the Universe; Additional questions. Revision questions. Mathematics for physics. Answers. Index.

Additional information

GOR001183409
9780719553011
0719553016
GCSE Physics by Tom Duncan
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Hodder Arnold
1995-04-13
358
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