What is Text book: Definition and 77 Discussions

A textbook is a book containing a comprehensive compilation of content in a branch of study with the intention of explaining it. Textbook are produced to meet the needs of educators, usually at educational institutions. Schoolbooks are textbooks and other books used in schools. Today, many textbooks are published in both print and digital formats.

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  1. J

    Help with text book mathematical notation

    Okay so let's say (hypothetically of course) I am on my third attempt at the final Calc course in the series at my college. I feel like my foundation of even simple mathematics and arithmetic is unstable to say the least for me. I enjoy the concepts of math and what it could be used for but...
  2. I

    I need some Modern physics text book suggestion

    Hi I am in my freshmen year and I am taking a course on Modern Physics. We use the book "Concept of Modern Physics" by Arthur Beiser. I have huge problem understanding the wave and particle dual properties of matter. And now we are about to start Quantum Mechanics. it seems further...
  3. E

    What are some recommended textbooks for graduate level mathematics courses?

    Which are the best graduate level textbooks for the following subject areas? Applied Nuclear Physics Electricity and Magnetism Classical Mechanics Quantum Mechanics Unified Field Theory Statistics (both applied and theoretical) Analysis (real and/or complex) Modern Algebra and Linear...
  4. C

    C/C++ How to Find Substrings in C++: A Step-by-Step Guide

    I was reading my textbook to study for a test in my C++ class and I cam across this question and the answer is not in the book. I'm afraid I might need to know how to do something like this for my test and there isn't an example of one like it in my book. I'm not sure how to do it so I don't...
  5. S

    What are some recommended textbooks for introductory Electrodynamics?

    I'm looking to get a book on introductory Electrodynamics. I've already seen recommendations for This one: https://www.amazon.com/dp/013805326X/?tag=pfamazon01-20 But it seems really expensive. Are there any other good books for ED? Also, does intro ED require linear algebra?
  6. P

    Textbook Mistake: Ionization Energy of He+

    This is a question from a chem textbook but it seems relevant to electrodynamics/quantum mechanics. The energy to ionize a hydrogen atom in its ground state is given by: En = -Rhc / n2 Ei = Rhc (because the electron is being taken to infinity) = 1312kJ/mol The book claims that to ionize...
  7. M

    Best undergrad Electricity & Magnetism (E&M) Text Book?

    Hello, Im struggling with a pretty horrendous lecturer for this 2nd year course, so am trying to learn a lot of it myself with a decent textbook. I am getting pretty scared for the exam in summer. We have been reccomended Jewett & Serway, but its kinda just a general physics, and doesn't seem...
  8. M

    I Need Help Selecting a Good Text Book to Learn the Basics

    Hi, I'm new to Physics Forums, but I'm glad to be here. I'm in 10th grade and I'm very interested in physics. Since I was in an early grade (5th) I would scour my textbook and my library looking for anything related to physics. Unfortunately I didn't have enough math skill to understand...
  9. F

    Good calculus based intro physics text book

    I'm not sure if this is the right forum, but I'd like to know: What's a good physics text that uses calculus? I mean, not just uses calculus in the definitions of velocity and acceleration and whatnot, but uses it in almost all the problems? I find my current text, "Fundamentals of Physics" by...
  10. F

    Recommend Calculus Text Book for self-study

    I have Calculus with Analytic Geometry Seventh Edition, by Larson is that sufficient for self-study Calculus II and III Got a 3 on AP BC, and not taking math class this fall, so figure i can self study. Thanks
  11. R

    I hate my school text book. I'm only in algebra but I want more details

    This textbook: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0618503080/?tag=pfamazon01-20 I mean check out this one review: This book made me realize something that I probably didn't before. That is that an applied approach is just simply skimming. That's what this book does, it skims over the concepts of...
  12. S

    Text Book suggestions and Reviews

    I am a freshmen taking calculus and physics and discrete mathematics and things like that. I was wondering if there are any sites devoted to reviews and comments on books for physics , calculus. And, I have two calculus books, Spivak and Apostol, I took calculus in high school and whatever...
  13. Y

    Electromagnetics Textbook w/Solution Manual or CD - Intermediate Level

    I am looking for an Electromagnetic textbook that has a solution manuel or a CD with selected solution of problems available so I can work through and compare the answers. I have the Schaums already. I also have the Ulaby textbook that have the CD. I just need one more book to workout more...
  14. V

    Text book for fluid mechanics

    could anybody suggest me a book on fluid mechanics which provide strong basics as well as detailed knowledge thanks
  15. V

    Looking for a comprehensive fluid dynamics textbook?

    could anybody suggest me a book on fluid mechanics which provide strong basics as well as detailed knowledge thanks
  16. Somefantastik

    Equation of heat conduction, vague text book

    Hey all, This is the equation of heat conduction in my PDE textbook: \int ^{t_{2}}_{t_{1}} \int\int\int_{A} [c \rho \frac{\partial u}{\partial t} - \nabla \dot \left( k \nabla u \right)]dxdydzdt = 0. where c is specific heat, rho is density, A is the subregion bounded by a smooth...
  17. S

    Can you reccoment a second first year UG text book?

    Hi, at the moment I am using the set book (Physics for scientists and engineers, Tipler) for my core physics modules at uni. However I want something which has roughly the same stuff in it but which will present it in a slightly different way. A good analogy is my use of maths books, I use both...
  18. dink

    Brushless DC motor text book

    I'm looking for a textbook that has an in depth coverage of brushless DC motor physics as well as control theory. -indepth mathematical approach as well as conceptual theory -controller schemes and design fundementals -mathematical study of induced currents on the stator/rotor, and what this...
  19. S

    Is my text book messing wih me again?

    Here is an example in my book... Determine the coefficient of x^6 in the expansion of (2-3x^2)(1+2x)^8 (2-3x^2)(1+2x)^8 = 2(1+2x)^8 - 3x^2(1+2x)^8 The general term in the expansion of (1+2x)^8 is C(8,k)(2x)^k Therefore, the term containing x^6 in the expansion of (2-3x^2)(1+2x)^8 is...
  20. 1

    Good Analysis text book with solutions?

    What is a good textbook on real analysis that has either a solution manual or solutions in the back. I have Rudin's Principles of Matematical Analysis but it has no solutions. The class I am in now is using A book called Elementary analysis the theory of calculus by Ken Ross, but it is a joke...
  21. N

    What Are Some Recommended Nuclear Physics Textbooks for Online Access?

    Any recommendations?, I'm also hoping for a book that i can find online...
  22. P

    Solving for y in a Textbook Problem: Understanding the Next Step | Helpful Tips

    Hello I am doing this problem in my textbook and I am not sure what is happing in this one step. 2y = 360 \sqrt{\pi} - \sqrt{\pi}y Trying to solve for y and this is what they show as the next step (2 + \sqrt{\pi})y = 360 \sqrt{\pi} Where does this (2 + \sqrt{\pi}) come from...
  23. D

    Where can I find a comprehensive real analysis textbook for self-study?

    I'm a physics major (undergrad) who wants to learn real and complex analysis, but don't have the time to do the courses in my programme. Can anyone recommend a good textbook for learning the subjects on your own?
  24. K

    Solving a Quantum Field Theory Question on Electron-Positron Pair Creation

    Hello all. Seems to be an excellent forum with many experts. I'm interested in quantum field theory. There's a question in my textbook (introduction to QM and QFT) and I'm not sure if I found the right solution and its interpretation. Question 1: How many energy is needed to create a...
  25. G

    Top College Physics and Calculus Textbook Recommendations | Affordable Options

    I need a recommendation on a good second level college physics textbook. Pretty much any price range is fine. Also, i would like a recommendation for a good first semester Calculus book. Thanks to all who help out!
  26. L

    How can I access textbook-style written problems on this forum?

    I have been looking over some of the posts and I was wondering how you were able to get textbook written problems on the forum that were pictures. As apposed to (2^3/5) as an example.
  27. Cyrus

    Crapy Linear Algebra Text book?

    I was reading through my linear algebra book and came across a picture of a mass on a spring! We are not on that chapter but i decided to look at it anyways since we just finished oscillations in physics! :wink: . But it seems to me that the author of the linear alebgra book might not...
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