Concepts of Modern Physics
8th Edition
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© 2027 | Published: July 22, 2026
Overview:This textbook offers a clear and engaging introduction to Modern Physics. The focus of this book is on building a strong conceptual framework, guiding students from fundamental principles to complex topics. This new edition enriches the cont…
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1. Relativity
2. Particle Properties of Waves
3. Wave Properties of Particles
4. Atomic Structure
5. Quantum Mechanics
6. Quantum Theory of the Hydrogen Atom
7. Many-Electron Atoms
8. Molecules
9. Statistical Mechanics
10. The Solid State
11. Nuclear Structure
12. Nuclear Transformations
13. Elementary Particles
14. Cosmology
15. Nuclear Reactions and Artificial Radioactivity
Appendix
Atomic Masses
Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises
For Further Study
Credits
Index
2. Particle Properties of Waves
3. Wave Properties of Particles
4. Atomic Structure
5. Quantum Mechanics
6. Quantum Theory of the Hydrogen Atom
7. Many-Electron Atoms
8. Molecules
9. Statistical Mechanics
10. The Solid State
11. Nuclear Structure
12. Nuclear Transformations
13. Elementary Particles
14. Cosmology
15. Nuclear Reactions and Artificial Radioactivity
Appendix
Atomic Masses
Answers to Odd-Numbered Exercises
For Further Study
Credits
Index
Overview:
This textbook offers a clear and engaging introduction to Modern Physics. The focus of this book is on building a strong conceptual framework, guiding students from fundamental principles to complex topics. This new edition enriches the contents by adding the Complimentarity Principle, Ehrenfest Theorem and Macroscopic Quantum Tunnelling a detailed discussion of radioactive decay equilibrium. The chapter on Cosmology has been refreshed covering the Standard Model of cosmology, Hubble tension, Gravitational Waves, LIGO and the James Webb Telescope.
Key Features:
1. Reinforces learning through topics arranged from foundational to complex
2. Discusses topics from a historical lens and introduces scientists and their works
3. Develops critical thinking skills and confidence in students through new end of chapter questions
4. Covers meaningful, assignable content that supports diverse learning outcomes.
5. Makes modern physics both accessible and intellectually rewarding.
This textbook offers a clear and engaging introduction to Modern Physics. The focus of this book is on building a strong conceptual framework, guiding students from fundamental principles to complex topics. This new edition enriches the contents by adding the Complimentarity Principle, Ehrenfest Theorem and Macroscopic Quantum Tunnelling a detailed discussion of radioactive decay equilibrium. The chapter on Cosmology has been refreshed covering the Standard Model of cosmology, Hubble tension, Gravitational Waves, LIGO and the James Webb Telescope.
Key Features:
1. Reinforces learning through topics arranged from foundational to complex
2. Discusses topics from a historical lens and introduces scientists and their works
3. Develops critical thinking skills and confidence in students through new end of chapter questions
4. Covers meaningful, assignable content that supports diverse learning outcomes.
5. Makes modern physics both accessible and intellectually rewarding.