Publisher's Synopsis
A Textbook of Practical Physics is a comprehensive guide to the fundamental principles and practical applications of physics, written by William Watson and first published in 1913. The book covers a wide range of topics, including mechanics, heat, light, sound, electricity, and magnetism. It is designed to be used as a textbook for students of physics, engineering, and other related fields.The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a different aspect of physics. The first section covers mechanics, including topics such as motion, force, work, energy, and momentum. The second section covers heat and thermodynamics, including topics such as temperature, heat transfer, and the laws of thermodynamics.The third section of the book covers optics and light, including topics such as reflection, refraction, diffraction, interference, and polarization. The fourth section covers sound and acoustics, including topics such as wave motion, resonance, and the properties of sound.The fifth and sixth sections of the book cover electricity and magnetism, respectively. These sections cover topics such as electric fields, electric circuits, magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, and electromagnetic induction.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous examples and practical applications of the principles of physics, helping readers to understand how these concepts can be applied in real-world situations. The book also includes numerous diagrams, illustrations, and equations to help readers visualize and understand the concepts being discussed.Overall, A Textbook of Practical Physics is a valuable resource for students of physics, engineering, and other related fields, providing a comprehensive and practical introduction to the fundamental principles and applications of physics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
