TY - BOOK AU - Shankar,R. TI - Fundamentals of physics: mechanics, relativity, and thermodynamics / T2 - Open Yale courses series SN - 9780300192209 (pbk.): AV - QC21.3 .S53 2014 U1 - 530 23 rd PY - 2014/// CY - New Heaven: PB - Yale University, KW - Physics N1 - Includes index N2 - Explains the fundamental concepts of Newtonian mechanics, special relativity, waves, fluids, thermodynamics, and statistical mechanics. Provides an introduction for college-level students of physics, chemistry, and engineering, for AP Physics students, and for general readers interested in advances in the sciences. In volume II, Shankar explains essential concepts, including electromagnetism, optics, and quantum mechanics. The book begins at the simplest level, develops the basics, and reinforces fundamentals, ensuring a solid foundation in the principles and methods of physics UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1408/2013947491-d.html UR - http://www.loc.gov/catdir/enhancements/fy1408/2013947491-b.html ER -