Biomedical Applications for Introductory Physics

Designed as a supplement for either Algebra or Calculus-Based Introductory Physics, Tuszinski offers a wide breadth of biomedical applications plus an emphasis upon quantitative problem-solving. The hundreds of applications in the book are organized according to the standard introductory course syllabus; their variety is intended to show life science and allied health students the relevance of Physics to their future academic and professional careers. 1.Introduction
2.Kinematics in One Dimension
3.Kinematics in Two Dimensions
4.Forces and Newton?s Laws of Motion
5.Dynamics and Uniform Circular Motion
6.Work and Energy
7.Impulse and Momentum
8.Rotational Kinematics
9.Rotational Dynamics
10.Elasticity and Simple Harmonic Motion
11.Fluids
12.Temperature and Heat
13.Transfer of Heat
14.Ideal Gas Law and Kinetic Theory
15. Thermodynamics
16. Waves and Sound
17. Principle of Linear Superposition and Interference Phenomenon
18. Electric Forces and Electric Fields
19. Electric Potential Energy and Electric Potential
20. Electric Circuits

Reflecting the authors’ view that students should be exposed to physics as an applied science, the purpose of this book is two-fold: (1) to demonstrate to students of introductory physics the importance of elementary physical concepts in explaining biomedical phenomena and (2) to provide the physics instructors with a resource of biomedical examples, solved problems, and unsolved exercises.

Designed as a supplement to any two-semester introductory physics textbook, its examples range from the structure of DNA to the effects of biological radiation on the human body. Related topics include such high-interest topics as energy requirements during strenuous exercise or the hydrodynamics of the blood circulation in the body.