Publisher's Synopsis
Innovative - Interactive - International
Collins IGCSE Physics has been developed to give maximum support for students studying for the Cambridge International Examinations GCSE. International case studies are used throughout, 'localising' learning. An interactive CD ROM, supporting study and revision, and practical work, is included.
The book provides a complete match to the CIE GCSE Physics Specification.
HOW TO GET THE BEST FROM THIS BOOK
GENERAL PHYSICS
Length and time; Speed, velocity and acceleration; Mass and weight; Density; Forces; Energy, work and power; Pressure
THERMAL PHYSICS
Simple kinetic molecular model of matter; Thermal properties; Transfer of thermal energy
PROPERTIES OF WAVES (INCLUDING LIGHT AND SOUND)
General wave properties; Light; Sound
ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM
Simple phenomena of magnetism; Electrical quantities; Electric circuits; Dangers of electricity; Electromagnetic effects; Cathode ray oscilloscopes
ATOMIC PHYSICS
Radioactivity; The nuclear atom
ILLUSTRATED GLOSSARY
The accompanying CD ROM provides support for study, revision and practical work.
- Interactive questions
- Video experiments for common practical tasks
