AQA GCSE Physics Student Book (AQA GCSE Science 3rd Edition)

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The textbook covers all topics those needs to be in Physics I and Physics II course that is taught as Algebra based course. The flow of the chapters and connection from each other are also good. It is very consistent, each chapter has a similar structure, making it easier to read as you go along as you learn what to expect. However, there are a few specific modern topics that I was glad to see this b Certainly nothing offensive or insensitive in the text. There appear to be attempts to make the problems more gender neutral (i.e. its not always "some guy pushing stuff around"). Figures do appear to have different races/ethnicities. The text and problems, however, don't seem to necessarily target cultural diversity. I don't think its problematic in the least. Scan the QR code on When a piece of copper wire is moved across magnetic flux, an electromotive force (e.m.f.)

While it may start off pretty simple to you, do not underestimate its effectiveness. The simplicity is supposed to prep you for the complex concepts that follow. The writing is clear and descriptive. Many of the sections are very verbose so students are likely to skim, but the important terms and equations are boxed, bolded, and summarized. The organization of the table of contents (and thus, the chapters) seems well done. I realize the pedagogical methods of the text values discovery---bringing up concepts as they are needed---versus topic-based organization---providing all mathematical information at the beginning and using them throughout the book. I think that has more weight of acceptance today.There is an unevenness in the text after Fluids, but that seems typical of all of the trig-based level texts. The flow of the book is no better or worse that any other book on the market. No one has published a text yet that doesn't turn into a selected topics in Physics after fluids. The question I always have from students in the later chapters is how does this relate to the earlier chapters. I think later chapters should have small "Making the connection / Tying it together" passages that relate/contrast the later topics to the foundational topics.

In general, the contents can be considered accurate and unbiased. An exception to this statement is the title of chapter 32:”Medical Applications of Nuclear Physics.” In addition to medical applications, the contents of this chapter also includes food irradiation, fusion, fission, and nuclear weapons. These topics have nothing to do with medical applications of nuclear physics; therefore the title is not accurate. A more appropriate title would be “Applications of Nuclear Physics.” If I were to instruct this course at a 4 year institution, I would see the benefit of the organization and structure of this text. I see the topics in the text are presented in a logical and clear manner. It would take an instructor to cut and paste according to course outcomes. For my hybrid courses, I often divide the sections up to match video explanations and have found this to be consistently easy.

I noticed the book pointed out a female physicist in Chapter 1, which is not often done. While the book did a nice job of covering energy concerns, I'm surprised that global climate change was not mentioned (though the greenhouse effect was). I realize it's a topic we should treat carefully, but it should be discussed. The consistency and terminology is strong in this text. It fits the framework of the conversation but not accurately depicts our particular community college situation. newcommand{\vecs}[1]{\overset { \scriptstyle \rightharpoonup} {\mathbf{#1}}}\) \( \newcommand{\vecd}[1]{\overset{-\!-\!\rightharpoonup}{\vphantom{a}\smash{#1}}} \)\(\newcommand{\id}{\mathrm{id}}\) \( \newcommand{\Span}{\mathrm{span}}\) \( \newcommand{\kernel}{\mathrm{null}\,}\) \( \newcommand{\range}{\mathrm{range}\,}\) \( \newcommand{\RealPart}{\mathrm{Re}}\) \( \newcommand{\ImaginaryPart}{\mathrm{Im}}\) \( \newcommand{\Argument}{\mathrm{Arg}}\) \( \newcommand{\norm}[1]{\| #1 \|}\) \( \newcommand{\inner}[2]{\langle #1, #2 \rangle}\) \( \newcommand{\Span}{\mathrm{span}}\) \(\newcommand{\id}{\mathrm{id}}\) \( \newcommand{\Span}{\mathrm{span}}\) \( \newcommand{\kernel}{\mathrm{null}\,}\) \( \newcommand{\range}{\mathrm{range}\,}\) \( \newcommand{\RealPart}{\mathrm{Re}}\) \( \newcommand{\ImaginaryPart}{\mathrm{Im}}\) \( \newcommand{\Argument}{\mathrm{Arg}}\) \( \newcommand{\norm}[1]{\| #1 \|}\) \( \newcommand{\inner}[2]{\langle #1, #2 \rangle}\) \( \newcommand{\Span}{\mathrm{span}}\)\(\newcommand{\AA}{\unicode[.8,0]{x212B}}\) At the end of each chapter, a range of objective and essay type questions are presented. These questions not only evaluate students’ understanding of the topics but also foster problem-solving skills and serve as a valuable revision guide.

College Physics includes all the major topics for an introductory non-calculus-based classical physics course. There are also seven chapters covering topics in modern physics. The book in extremely clear. The book is written with material of a section focusing on a single topic, or a few related topics, and the work is easily understood without clouding the material with too many new concepts. Mathematics plays a vital role in physics, and New School Physics recognizes this by incorporating graded worked examples throughout the text.

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The information that I was able to review in most detail from Chapters 1 - 28 which our main coverages, was surprisingly accurate. No major errors were noticed. There are a good number of typos though throughout. The eariy chapters 1-8 were spot on. Chapters 18 - 24 could use a little tuning up as the chapters seem disconnected in reading. The examples and explanations of basic concepts can become wordy at time but overall, the language is approachable for students. Indeed, the book was rather clear. I asked my students of an introductory physics class if the book was more or less clear compared to Walker. They rated each book as clear as each other. Yes very well laid out and consistent. I also feel that the openstax line is all consistent which should help students who are familiar with the layout.