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A textbook is a book containing a comprehensive compilation of content in a branch of study with the intention of explaining it. Textbook are produced to meet the needs of educators, usually at educational institutions. Schoolbooks are textbooks and other books used in schools. Today, many textbooks are published in both print and digital formats.

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    Which textbook for an introduction to the Standard Model?

    Hi. I am an undergraduate physics student and have just begun lectures on elementary particles and the Standard Model. At the moment I really know nothing about this branch of physics and am looking for recommendations on a textbook which introduces the subject well. Thanks
  2. MathematicalPhysicist

    Ax 4 in page 19 of Ticciati's QFT textbook.

    The axiom says: "The interaction between two observations is constrained by causality |x-y|^2 <0 \Rightarrow [\phi(x),\phi(y)]=0 " But |x-y|^2<0 is always false that means the if the condition applies then by simple logic the consequnet of the condition can occur or not occur, I don't...
  3. C

    About an example related to angular momentum in a textbook

    Hey I either have the worst physics textbook in the history of physics textbooks or i can't understand a topic.I'd appreciate if you help me decide which is it. (Pic related is the image of the example) First let's agree on the symbols let's call angular velocity: \omega = \frac{rxv}{||r||^2} ...
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    Which Statistical Mechanics Textbook Is Best for Self-Teaching?

    I'm starting a self teaching in statistical mechanics, so I would appreciate suggestions about the most appropriate textbook for this purpose. Thanks.
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    A problem from Artin's algebra textbook

    Homework Statement (a)Let H and K be subgroups of a group G. Prove that the intersection of xH and yK which are cosets of H and K is either empty or else is a coset of the subgroup H intersect K (b) Prove that if H and K have finite index in G then the intersection of H and K also has finite...
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    SOS : Textbook for Thermodynamics & complex analysis

    Hi all, I would like some recommendations for thermodynamics. It's my first course in thermo. I'm currently using : Classical and Statistical Thermodynamics by Ashley Carter. I like the book, however it lacks examples! I am someone who learns by example...so this book isn't doing me much...
  7. Greg Bernhardt

    Is the iPad textbook revolution really worth it?

    I'm surprised this hasn't been discussed yet. Apple not too long ago announced their intent to enter the world of textbooks. This capability was likely at the forefront of the decision to develop the iPad. The upside is that the textbooks can be easily updated, dynamic and mobile. The...
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    Best Classical Mechanics textbook for undergrad level

    What would be your go-to textbook for Classical Mechanics at the undergraduate level? It must also cover the Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formulation. My school uses "Analytical Mechanics" by Fowles & Cassiday but I find it not very complete and doesn't cover all topics. I've also read parts...
  9. J

    Textbook error relating to uncountability?

    I am reading a textbook about communications systems, and just came across a part that I believe to be wrong. As shown below, it says that if you take a vector g = [g(t1) g(t2) ... g(tN)] and take the limit as the number of samples goes to infinity, the result is a continuous function of t...
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    Studying Taking calculus and have hard time understanding the textbook. Help .

    Taking calculus and have hard time understanding the textbook. Help please. My textbook is called Calculus:One Variable by Salas (10th Edition) I'm at University of Toronto in Canada. My course is named MAT137. A lot of students in my course don't read the textbook. They only do exercises...
  11. C

    Exploring Equity & Efficiency: Chapter 1 of Textbook

    Hey! This is not a homework question, I'm merely studying this textbook out of pleasure! I'm trying to understand some bits of the theory in chapter 1 of this book. What is equity exactly? From the definition given in page 5: equity the property of distributing economic prosperity fairly...
  12. N

    Textbook tries to argue stimulated emission from boson behaviour?

    Hello, "Quantum Mechanics" by Basdevant and Dalibard tries to qualitatively deduce stimulated emission of atoms shined upon with some light by using Bose Einstein statistics. Imagine a certain photon in eigenstate n and if we turn on a potential v temporarily, the chance of it ending up in...
  13. C

    My textbook says electrolytes conduct electricity by the Movement of

    My textbook says electrolytes conduct electricity by the Movement of positive and negative ions. I have always thought it was due to the movement Of free electrons but it isn't so . Why is this so ? I have visited a few websites but am unable to reach an answer . By the way, when we say ionic...
  14. C

    Textbook for physics programming

    Can anyone recommend me a textbook that teaches you how to write simple physics models? I would like to take everything I learned this year in physics 1 and create a program for it since I'm also a comp sci major. This is the best one I found so far but I'm not sure if it's exactly what I...
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    Line integral, Error in my textbook?.

    Homework Statement Evaluate the line integral: int(ydx+xdy) where the path C is y=sinx from (0,0) to (pi/2,0) Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution (pi/2,0) is not a solution to y=sinx. I could use the fundamental theorem but for my potential function I get F(x,y)=xy...
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    Best problems in a Physics textbook

    Hello, I'm trying to study from Serway-Jewett's text 6th Edition. My problem is that after each chapter there is like 70+ problems and a lot of them are just too direct and a waste of time.. When I know I have to solve 70+ problems on the same subject I just get really unmotivated.. So if...
  17. B

    Textbook to accompany Susskind's Quantum Entanglement Lectures?

    I am just finishing up an undergraduate course on quantum mechanics, and I plan on watching Leonard Susskind's online lectures on http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLA27CEA1B8B27EB67"over winter break. Does anyone have any suggestions about a textbook that may be good to read along with the...
  18. Dembadon

    Is Abbott's Introductory Analysis Textbook Reliable?

    I'm planning my schedule for next semester and checking out what books I'll need. Before I can take Real Analysis, I must take a course called "introduction to analysis" that uses the following textbook: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0471321486/?tag=pfamazon01-20 Does anyone have any experience...
  19. lonewolf219

    Angular velocity error in textbook?

    The text for the intro physics class I'm taking is the first edition. I have noticed some errors in earlier chapters, and was wondering if this problem here is also an error? Not sure yet. The question is about a CD. It says to find the angular velocity, and gives two points on the radius...
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    Possible error in temperature dependence of Gibbs energy in textbook?

    Homework Statement In the attached picture, I am wondering if there is an error in equation (6.34). In equation (6.33), the partial differential of G/T is taken with respect to T. In (6.34), however, the partial differential of G/T is taken with respect to 1/T and the same outcome is...
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    What are some recommended textbooks for graduate level QED studies?

    Am interested in grad level QED textbooks. Any recommendations appreciated. Also, what are the latest papers on the subject? What journals should I try to get access to? Thanks.
  22. A

    Need a good textbook for astrophysics

    i have 4 blocks of Astronomy and astrophysics in my course. Each block has 4 units ,so a total of 16 units/chapters.I am through with the first block and came across observational astronomy,types of telescopes,absolute/apparent modulus,virial theorem..A good reference textbook is what i need...
  23. V

    Macro/micro economics Textbook for a mathematian

    Hello. I am a Junior in Highschool who is very interested in mathematics. Most ap macro/microeconomics teach the subject like social studies or english. But I am aware there are more mathematical treatements. I have done Thomas calculus and analytic geometry(4th edition. not the watered...
  24. M

    Physics Textbook for Self Study?

    Hey. I want to get up to an SAT II level of physics so I can skip it next year and go straight to AP Phys. Only thing is, I don't know of any textbook that would work well. Which textbooks would you guys recommend to get to the sufficient level of physics so I can test out of it? (In my school...
  25. Z

    Recommend me an introductory physics textbook that is more theoretical?

    Hi there, I've started working through Spivak Calculus, and was wondering if there is an introductory physics textbook that is of similar level of difficulty? I have Physics for Scientists and Engineers by Knight but it's a little slow. Thanks.
  26. C

    Good Theory-Intensive Introductory Diff Eq Textbook

    I am currently taking an introductory course to DE's that has a heavy emphasis on theory (my professor stresses that this is a math course, not an engineering/applications course). Unfortunately, my professor, though he tries hard, is not good at explaining anything. Even more unfortunately, the...
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    Textbook Suggestion: Electromagnetism

    Hello all, I'm looking for some suggestions for textbooks regarding electromagnetism. I want something that goes in depth and really provides the concepts required to actually understand electricity and magnetism. Any Electrical Courses that I am taking are all circuit analysis... Regards, D.Can...
  28. N

    POLL: The BEST Circuit Analysis Textbook & Circuit Analysis Help

    I am looking for recommendations on the which textbook/resource (though I prefer textbook) provides the greatest understanding and development of intuition in utilizing circuit analysis to solve problems. Background: I have the book: "Fundamentals of Electric Circuits" by Sadiku &...
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    Studying Can physicists do any physics problem from a university physics textbook?

    I'm a second year college student right now and I have decided to major in physics, it is the only subject I have taken so far that has provided me with a challenge (this semester). I am currently taking Physics 2 right now and I have got to say this class is really challenging, well not the...
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    Advice on HS textbook for 11th & 12th

    Hi, I need introductory textbooks for Physics and Maths which cover the following topics. They are the syllabus of both 11th and 12th grade, which is my syllabus for my 12th grade(Long story). If you need me to elaborate further, mentioning individual chapters, please let me know. For...
  31. N

    Textbook confused me about integral limits

    Hello! I am confused as always, but this time about the following: In a physics textbook, the following happens: From Newtons second law, V is the velocity and is a function of time, t is time, i is initial and f is final. \begin{equation} m\frac{d}{dt}(v) = F(t) \end{equation}...
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    Good textbook for general relativity and quantum mechanic

    I want to get the fully understanding in general relativity and quantum mechanic in the level that I can master it and use it for computation. I can handle most of equation, so please suggest me no matter how complex the equation in the book is. I really want it to do some reserch to send as an...
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    Studying What textbooks should I consider for my upcoming birthday?

    Hello Physicsforums, Some of you may know me from my previous thread "how to thrive at an early age" and I have made much progress. Techniques of integration, differentiation, Newtonian dynamics, functions and limits, energy physics. I am also working on a system of trying to theoretically...
  34. Dembadon

    Logic: Possible Typo in Textbook

    It's possible that I'm not understanding the diagram and their reasoning, but I wanted to check with some people here before I come to a conclusion. Homework Statement Homework Equations The Attempt at a Solution I don't understand why the book says the formula is false, yet there is a "T"...
  35. M

    Good calculus textbook for HS student

    Hi every one, can somebody recommend me good calculus textbook for self teaching. I am currently reviewing pre calculus material and i should be finished in a month or so. Today i am starting 3rd grade in high school and i really don't know if there is any calculus in 3 rd grade. I haven't seen...
  36. J

    Studying Reading textbook a ton? vs. hardly at all?

    In a course at a college level, if you read the textbook from front to back instead of just using it for reference it seems to not help the grade? What do you think? P.S. EDIT: and just put this in a reply to the first person to answer: That, the book must be EVIL: The teacher told us, you...
  37. B

    Trigonometry Textbook - Get Prepared for Calculus

    Hey everyone! I want to study trigonometry thoroughly without having to take the course, mostly since I'm taking Precalculus this semester and I'll be learning most of the principles of trigonometry in this course. I want to study it carefully so that I can get myself better prepared for...
  38. N

    Can Genius solve any of exercises of textbook

    I know my question is not clear.All I want to say if genius ones can solve any exercise of textbook without any problem I mean without having a problem at one of the sub exercise.
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    Find "Quantum Physics" by Stephen Gasiorowicz at a Good Price

    Does anyone know of a source where I can get "Quantum Physics", by Stephen Gasiorowicz, for a decent price? Thanks.
  40. BloodyFrozen

    Finding an AP Physics B Textbook - Suggestions?

    I've been looking around for a AP Physics B textbook (high school), but haven't found any yet. Any suggestions?:-p It should include all of the topics in this syllabus (can be in more than one Vol.) http://apcentral.collegeboard.com/apc/public/repository/ap06_physicsb_syllabus1.pdf...
  41. N

    Introductory Probability/Information Theory textbook reccomendations

    Hey folks, I've been interested lately in reteaching myself probability as a foundation for information theory. I took an introductory course about 8 months ago and while I did fairly well, I don't feel like I took much intuition away from the course. Are there any recommendations on books or...
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    Honors-level textbook on general chemistry

    Would someone please recommend an introductory textbook on general chemistry? I would like a well-motivated text that makes use of calculus, preferably one written for honors level general chemistry courses (such as the one at the University of Chicago). Thanks for your help!
  43. J

    Quantum Mechanics Textbook Suggestion

    I'm currently on the searching for a Quantum Mechanics textbook. Does anybody have suggestions for me? Below is a brief description of myself to explain my education level: I am a thrid year mechanical engineering major. I'm about to complete Physics for Scientists and Engineers: A Strategic...
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    Studying Solved every single problem in textbook over summer, now what?

    I really hope someone can help me with this. Sorry if it's a little bit long but I really need some advice and guidance. Thanks for any help! Please take into consideration that I'm asking for advice on how to further proceed so that way I don't break some kind of rule or copyright. Don't...
  45. Z

    Are there any good introductory textbook to cover all these topics?

    Linear Spaces Norms and inner products Holder’s inequality Minkowski’s inequality Normed linear spaces Cauchy sequences and complete spaces Banach spaces Reitz representation theorem Hilbert spaces Orthogonal bases Generalized Fourier expansions Lebesgue Measure and...
  46. A

    Need textbook suggestion for linear algebra prerequisites for quantum mechanics

    Hi, I am starting self studying quntum mechanics from Shankars textbook and need a mathematicatical methods text to cover the material he covers in his first chapter. Having gone through ML Boas mathematical physics text didnt help much and my linear algebra background is of Strangs linear...
  47. R

    Studying Which Geometry Textbook is Best for Challenging Problems?

    Although I am good at Plane Geometry, it is a subject that I have largely ignored for the past 1.5 to 2 years(thanks to my exam syllabus that stresses on analytic geometry and completely ignores conventional plane geometry). Within this time period, my geometry skills have stagnated. Although I...
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    Studying How do you effectively study without a textbook?

    How do you do it? I'm currently studying microbiology from 2 different sources online. They are both notes uploaded by two teachers at two different universities. What one considers as important the other doesn't. And certain things one of them say it won't be covered in the course. So I've...
  49. K

    Need calculus textbook recommendation

    I am going to start with the dummies to calculus I, but I'd like a book that gives real life examples of calculus in use. Would that be really any math textbook or does anyone have recommendations?
  50. F

    Special Relativity textbook recommendation needed for self study

    Hi, I'm in my second year of my degree in Physics specialising in Theoretical Physics. My second year is coming to an end now and next year we will begin a course called Advanced Classical Physics (ACP) which will introduce Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics as well as SR and...
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