Problems for Algebra-Based College Physics I & II
Including Hints and Solutions
The author is a native of Basel, Switzerland, where he also earned a Diploma (in 1985) and Ph.D. (in 1989) in Theoretical Physics. The main research interest of the author is statistical physics applied to a wide variety of problems from physics, chemistry, and biology. After several postdoctoral app...
This selection of challenging problems for the algebra-based introductory physics course grew from the request of the author’s students to provide a selection of problems for preparation of exams. No attempt is made to include all possible topics covered in a standard course, but cover key concepts. Most problems are at a level consistent with standardized tests [such as MCAT – Medical College Admission Test (AAMC - American Association of Medical Colleges)]. More straightforward, one-step problems can be found in general textbooks for a two-semester college physics course.
Problems
- Mechanical Systems
- Fluids and Thermal Systems
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Waves, Sound, and Light
- Modern Physics
Solutions
- Mechanical Systems
- Fluids and Thermal Systems
- Electricity and Magnetism
- Waves, Sound, and Light
- Modern Physics