Dictionary of Physics (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781579581299)

In the Dictionary of Physics, central ideas and concepts are carefully introduced and explained. Each entry begins with a clear, one-sentence definition and is followed by an explanation and, where appropriate, by specific examples. The more important and more complex entries are supported by diagrams and by extra explanatory material. If relevant, the initial definition is followed by a word equation, a definition of the unit, and the symbols for the quantity and its unit. The aim of the Dictionary of Physics is to offer a focused account of the subject without leaving out any of the essential steps towards a new concept. Entries contain cross-references in italic to other entries; these further entries either support or extend the ideas of the original entry.

Author: Michael Chapple
ISBN-10: 1579581293
ISBN-13: 9781579581299
Publisher: Routledge
Language: English
Published: 07/01/1999
Pages: 270
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 9.52h x 6.40w x 0.83d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 11/15/1999 pg. 60
Booklist 12/01/1999 pg. 733
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2000 pg. 715