Studying Physics: Where to Go After Serway?

[thetrice]

I have studied the physics content in serway , and ofcourse that's only the most basics of physics, but there are many directions and many theories that i have to study, so i would like you to tell me in what direction i should go to continue studying physics, rather than just opening Wikipedia and searching for theories, as these theories are based on others and also because as in serway i was seeing also the order of time of these theories with a summary of its discoverers, so any suggestions to do or a reference of books to move on with after serway ?

 

[Drakkith]

Go whichever way you want. And I don't understand what you mean by: "as these theories are based on others"
All of science builds on previous science, so I don't know what you meant by that.

 

[micromass]

Well, maybe you can read some classical mechanics text? Like "classical mechanics" by Taylor?

Or perhaps you're ready for the Feynman lectures?

 

[Schr0d1ng3r]

Well, maybe you can read some classical mechanics text? Like "classical mechanics" by Taylor?

Or perhaps you're ready for the Feynman lectures?

I would recommend both of those very highly. Also, if you're looking for modern physics, check out Modern Physics for Scientists and Engineers by Thornton & Rex. You really can't go wrong with any of these, depending on the direction you're interested. Serway should be enough background for any of them.

 

[Matrix0]

I would recommend that you continue your studies in physics by exploring different subfields and topics that interest you. Physics is a vast and diverse field, and there are many directions you can take your studies in.

One option is to delve deeper into the topics covered in Serway, such as mechanics, electromagnetism, thermodynamics, and modern physics. You can do this by reading more advanced textbooks or taking higher-level courses in these subjects.

Another approach is to explore new areas of physics that were not covered in Serway. Some suggestions include quantum mechanics, particle physics, astrophysics, or condensed matter physics. These areas are constantly evolving and have many exciting developments and discoveries to explore.

You can also consider reading books or articles written by renowned physicists, attending seminars or conferences, or joining a research group to gain hands-on experience in a specific area of physics.

Ultimately, the best direction to go after Serway will depend on your interests and career goals. I would recommend that you explore different options and find what truly fascinates you in the field of physics. Good luck in your studies!