{"product_id":"physical-science-isbn-9780471360186","title":"Physical Science","description":"This is an introductory book that provides students with the tools to master the basic principles of physics and chemistry needed by the aspiring technology professional. Like all the books in the critically acclaimed Preserving the Legacy series, each chapter is divided into subsections featuring learning objectives and a \"Check Your Understanding\" section to help students focus on important concepts. Questions requiring written and mathematical answers at the end of each chapter provide students with the opportunity to further demonstrate their understanding of the concepts. The only book available that specifically addresses the emerging need for a course to teach physics and chemistry principles to the growing number of students entering the various fields of technology, it offers a thorough grounding in foundational concepts along with \"Technology\" boxes that offer practical applications. Physical Science: What the Technology Professional Needs to Know features:\u003cbr\u003e * Crucial topics such as measuring systems, matter, energy, motion, electricity and magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, nuclear radiation and reactions, and chemical reactions and solutions\u003cbr\u003e * Integrated coverage linking specific concepts to everyday applications\u003cbr\u003e * An extensive glossary offering quick access to essential terminology\u003cbr\u003e * An accompanying laboratory manual with additional exercises to enhance learning\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e With its comprehensive coverage and quick-reference format, Physical Science: What the Technology Professional Needs to Know is also a handy resource for any technology professional needing a quick refresher or useful working reference.Als neuer Band der Wiley-Reihe PETE (Partnership for Environmental Technology Education) erläutert dieses Lehrbuch die Grundlagen von Chemie und Physik, speziell zugeschnitten auf Probleme der Umwelttechnik. (05\/00) Table of Contents.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Preface.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgements.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Nature of Physical Science.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Making Measurements.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Measuring with Instruments and Reporting Data.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e The Nature of Matter.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Matter in Motion and Newton's Laws.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Energy.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Chemical Reactions and Solutions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Electricity and Magnetism.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Electromagnetic Radiation and Optics.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Organic Chemistry.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Nuclear Radiation, Reactions, and Energy.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix A -\u003cbr\u003e The Quantum Mechanical Model of the Atom.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix B -\u003cbr\u003e Inorganic Nomenclature.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Appendix C -\u003cbr\u003e Derived Units.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Glossary.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index. C. LON ENLOE, PhD, is Associate Professor in the Integrated Science and Technology (ISAT) Program at James Madison University.\u003cbr\u003e ELIZABETH GARNETT is Instructor of Mathematics and Physics in the College of Technology and Aviation at Kansas State University-Salina.\u003cbr\u003e JONATHAN MILES, PhD, is Co-founder and Co-director of James Madison University's Institute for Sustainable Energy Innovation and Applications.\u003cbr\u003e STEPHEN SWANSON, PhD, is Associate Professor of Environmental Engineering Technology at Kansas State University-Salina. This is an introductory book that provides students with the tools to master the basic principles of physics and chemistry needed by the aspiring technology professional. Like all the books in the critically acclaimed Preserving the Legacy series, each chapter is divided into subsections featuring learning objectives and a \"Check Your Understanding\" section to help students focus on important concepts. Questions requiring written and mathematical answers at the end of each chapter provide students with the opportunity to further demonstrate their understanding of the concepts. The only book available that specifically addresses the emerging need for a course to teach physics and chemistry principles to the growing number of students entering the various fields of technology, it offers a thorough grounding in foundational concepts along with \"Technology\" boxes that offer practical applications. Physical Science: What the Technology Professional Needs to Know features:\u003cbr\u003e * Crucial topics such as measuring systems, matter, energy, motion, electricity and magnetism, electromagnetic radiation, nuclear radiation and reactions, and chemical reactions and solutions\u003cbr\u003e * Integrated coverage linking specific concepts to everyday applications\u003cbr\u003e * An extensive glossary offering quick access to essential terminology\u003cbr\u003e * An accompanying laboratory manual with additional exercises to enhance learning\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e With its comprehensive coverage and quick-reference format, Physical Science: What the Technology Professional Needs to Know is also a handy resource for any technology professional needing a quick refresher or useful working reference.","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989789065445,"sku":"NP9780471360186","price":134.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780471360186.jpg?v=1761785472","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/physical-science-isbn-9780471360186","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}