Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Volume II [Hardcover]

Raymond A. Serway (Author), Robert J. Beichner (Author), John W. Jewett (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0030209692 | ISBN-13: 978-0030209697 | Publication Date: November 1, 1999 | Edition: 5 Sub

Available in single hardcover volumes, 2-volume hardcover sets, and 4- or 5-volume softcover sets as listed below. This bestselling calculus-based introductory physics text for science and engineering students is recognized throughout the world for its clear and logical presentation of the basic concepts and principles of physics. The carefully crafted revision introduces coauthor Robert Beichner and contributing author John W. Jewett, Jr., who bring to the new edition their experience and talent in the area of physics education. The historically strong problem-solving approach has been further enhanced through increased realism in the worked examples and through additional guidance to students in building a systematic, step-by-step approach to solving homework problems. An updated ancillary package including full multimedia support, on-line homework plus a content-rich Web site for instructors and students complements this unsurpassed textbook and is more fully integrated with the text than ever before.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 952 pages
• Publisher: Brooks/Cole Pub Co; 5 Sub edition (November 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0030209692
• ISBN-13: 978-0030209697
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.8 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #779,827 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What is the problem?, May 29, 2002

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This review is from: Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Volume II (Hardcover)

This is a great introductory physics text. Many have complained about lack of examples and explanation with respect to the end of the chapter exercises. However, they are not the truth. I worked most of the exercises, and almost all of them were explained in the text. The catch is that this text is meant for physics or engineering majors. Therefore, in order to find some of the answers you have to THINK and solve the problems without the text holding your hand. I think that the idea of thinking to solve problems outweighs copying an equation out of a text.

14 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars ..., February 28, 2002

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andy (jacksonville, florida USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Volume II (Hardcover)

im taking physics 2 now. took 1 last semester. used serway for both classes. its absolutely horrible. they go over in the text 1/10 of the stuff they ask you questions about at the end of each chapter. there are virtually NO significant worked out problems (they leave that to you to do) and sometimes they leave entire equations out because of printing mistakes. its absolutely horrible...

5.0 out of 5 stars "Half-size" physics textbook, April 1, 2010

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This review is from: Physics for Scientists and Engineers, Volume II (Hardcover)

The volume I and volume II versions of the Serway and Beichner physics textbook are great if you have to lug your book around! Both volumes have the helpful appendices in the back, so you don't miss out on anything but the weight!
By the way, although the book is old, we started using the full-size version for the first time this year when we started an AP Physics C class at our school because we had access to used books available for less than $10 each. It has worked out great. Although a little pricier option, I would recommend buying the individual volume I and volume II versions. Buy fewer of the volume II since the Electricity and Magnetism AP course is more difficult, and fewer students will take it.