Summary: This 2nd, full colour and enlarged, edition of Intermediate 2 Physics has been updated to take account of the most recent changes to the syllabus offered by the Scottish Qualifications Authority. The text is divided into four sections which correspond to the four Units making up the course. Features include: Extra 'fascinating physics' information to relate the subject to everyday interest of students A list of learning outcomes for each course Topic Questions at the end of each Topic to test understanding Exam style questions covering each topic Worked examples to develop students' problem solving skills Clear and informative artworks and diagrams.
New edition of a major textbook title for fast-growing syllabus. Fully redesigned and now in full colour. With and Without Answers versions available.
Table of Contents: Section 1: Electricity and Electronics1 Circuits2 Electrical energy3 Electromagnetism4 Electronic componentsSection 2: Mechanics and Heat5 Kinematics6 Forces7 Momentum and energy8 HeatSection 3: Waves and Optics9 Waves10 Reflection11 RefractionSection 4: Radioactivity12 Ionising radiation13 Dosimetry14 Half-life and safety15 Nuclear reactors
About the Author(s): Both Andrew McCorimick and Arthur Baillie have extensive teaching experience, Andrew McCormick as a Principal Teacher for Physics.
Readership: Students studying Physics in Scotland at Intermediate 2 level.