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Relativity Can't remember where I read this (when using the proper-time parametrization)

  • ShayanJ
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Other Math Textbooks: Intermediate/Advanced Series for Physicists

  • FuturePhysicist
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Classical Introduction to Mechanics by K&K

  • PFuser1232
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Classical Differences Between DAlembertian & Laplacian Operators

  • Muthumanimaran
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Prob/Stats Best Introductory Probability Books?

  • Niflheim
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Other Intr. Fluid Mech. for Physicists and Mathematicians by Pert

  • Wyn
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Engineering Intro to the Physics and Chemistry of Materials by Naumann

  • Wyn
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Calculus Multivariable Calculus, Hubbard and Hubbard and Lang's

  • unintuit
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  • Poll Poll

Calculus Apostol Calculus: Historical Intro, Concepts & Applications

  • micromass
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Classical Thoughts on Lorrain & Corson wanted

  • snatchingthepi
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Intro Math The Best Textbook for a Good Understanding of Mathematics

  • CRNS
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Calculus Re-Learning Calculus 1 - Tips for Starting University

  • key24
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Intro Math Introductory Book on Group Theory for HS freshman?

  • Scrumhalf
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Solid State Introductory book on semiconductors?

  • 2sin54
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Improve Your Mechanics Skills with These Top Books: A Comprehensive Guide

  • Maths Absorber
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Applied Does anyone own Numerical Methods by Laurene Fausett?

  • Rellek
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Classical Help me Find a Undergrad Version of this book please

  • DrPapper
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Classical Lagrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics

  • Ahmad Kishki
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Applied Differential Equations in physics

  • Aroldo
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Classical Is the Formula for Simple Pendulum Period Incorrect?

  • PFuser1232
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Engineering Looking for a good book on Mechanical Vibration

  • Patolord
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Intro Physics Comprehensive beginner maths and physics textbooks?

  • Tim1993
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Other Looking for a good differential equations text

  • mrg
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Relearning Probability: Find the Best Textbook to Pass Exam

  • lizzie96'
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Best textbook or video or device for understanding QM

  • yasmin1369
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Calculus Morris Kline's book good for multivariable calculus?

  • Dowland
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Other Conformal Mapping: Textbook for Electrodynamics Learning

  • mithilaum
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Best Physics Books for Beginners - Read and Learn Now!

  • katybuoy
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Chemistry What books should I get? Physics and Chem

  • DasHimmel
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Discrete Combinatorics and Graph Theory- Harris, Hurst, Mossinghoff

  • SrVishi
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Classical Elaborate reference on Wave motion

  • Nikhil R
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Classical EM Course Choices: Jackson or Schwinger?

  • kostas230
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I don't understand (some) textbook prices

  • Bandersnatch
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Quantum What are some recommended books for understanding the mathematics of QM?

  • ShayanJ
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Classical Looking for rigorous text on dynamical systems

  • A_B
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Classical Principles of Statistical Mechanics by Tolman

  • Cruz Martinez
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Solid State Looking for a solid state physics book

  • assy
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Geometry Matrices and wedge product concepts needed

  • J Morello
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Other Get Expert Help with Physics Notes | Easily Access Readymade PDFs

  • Maruf
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Other Enhance Your Problem Solving Skills in Maths and Physics with These Resources

  • Arcthor
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Introductory textbooks for Supersymmetry?

  • Cryo_423
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Prob/Stats Evolution of Data Analysis Techniques: A Journey through History

  • brainpushups
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Other Great Physics Book for All Ages - Learn History, Facts & More

  • at94official
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Analysis Problems with calibrate shifts in energies

  • cenicitas
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Math QFT Books: Arnold, Takhtajan & Beyond

  • Maybe_Memorie
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Linear Algebra Linear algebra with complex numbers

  • Ahmad Kishki
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Discrete Best books to study during summer related to programming?

  • x86
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Classical Looking for a book on the causes of permittivity

  • toreil
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Quantum Is This Unknown Quantum Mechanics Book Worth Your Time?

  • Ahmad Kishki
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Calculus Spivak Calculus on Manifolds and Epsilon delta proofs

  • unintuit
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Suggestions for books every Theoretical Physicist should have

  • SilasG
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Classical Mechanics by Arnold Sommerfeld- review

  • Bleakfacade
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Linear Algebra Introduction to vector spaces

  • Ahmad Kishki
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Other Mathematics book that's not a textbook, but for intuition?

  • ColtonCM
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Is there any hope that textbook prices will ever drop?

  • axmls
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Prob/Stats What Book Best Explains the Distribution of Combined Random Variables?

  • pabl012
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Algebra Any recommendations for group theory books with applications in relativity?

  • lizzie96'
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Relativity Gravitation:Foundations and Frontiers by T. Padmanabhan

  • ShayanJ
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Engineering Introductory book for mechanics of machines?

  • princejan7
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Prob/Stats Introduction to statistics and number theory books

  • MidgetDwarf
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Applied Physics Differential Equations Problems/Solutions book?

  • dawin
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Discrete Seeking Recommendation on Discrete Mathematics textbook

  • bacte2013
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Books on Atomic Structure, Chemical Bonding, Quantum for Beginners

  • SovereignX
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Should Adiabatic Work Include VdP?

  • cj
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Applied PDE for Scientists and Engineers Farlow

  • DrPapper
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Intro Physics University physics with modern physics

  • unsung-hero
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Analysis Reference book for "Fredholm integral equations"

  • Si14
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Prob/Stats References to Probability & Statistics for Engineers

  • Soumalya
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Intro Physics Modern physics coverage Halliday/Resnick/Krane 4E extended

  • jioni
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Engineering Instantaneous Center of Zero Acceleration of Rigid Body

  • araz
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Geometry Please recommend me a good math book prior to taking trigonometry

  • Newdimension
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Relativity Teaching Myself From Rindler's Relativity Book

  • IDumb
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Physics based Calculus exercise books

  • ThusSpokeTitus
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Other National Physics Olympiad: Worldwide Problem Solving - Greece Student

  • Kostas Tzim
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Calculus Online Calculus Based Physics Textbook

  • brinnbelyea
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Linear Algebra Seeking Advice on Linear Algebra Textbooks Selection

  • bacte2013
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Chemistry A *great* general chemistry book for self study -

  • christian0710
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Is Amazon Student Worth It for Buying and Selling Textbooks?

  • Greg Bernhardt
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Calculus Zombies and Calculus: Light Reading for Summer After Exams

  • retrostate
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Intro Physics Which Halliday and Resnick book is right for me?

  • The12thDoctor
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Engineering What Book Best Explains Transistor Circuits and Building Techniques?

  • Jewish_Vulcan
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Is there an equivalent to Siskel & Ebert for novels?

  • bluemoonKY
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Classical Classical mechanics book recommendations please

  • Alevelman
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Quantum Quantum mechanics (Popular science)

  • ubergewehr273
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Computational How to learn Computational electromagnetics?

  • Daniel.P
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Newly published book "Countdown to Zero Day"

  • CFDFEAGURU
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Where Can I Find the Source of These Problems for an Old Electronic Textbook?

  • JasonHathaway
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What Career Paths Are Available for Physics Graduates in Lebanon?

  • MelissaM
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Quantum How will you rate the QM book of Stephen Gasiorowicz?

  • ddnath
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Quantum Please give me some advisory about the QFT book of Grensing.

  • nguyendung
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Calculus Introductory Calculus book/online course for self study

  • Yashbhatt
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Calculus Seeking a Recommendation for Multivariable/Vector Calculus

  • bacte2013
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LTI Systems, Delta Distribution, and more

  • Mépris
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Engineering QM Books for Engineers: Best Intermediate Picks

  • amanno
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Request a physics/astronomy textbook listing

  • Greg Bernhardt
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"200 puzzling physics problems" book

  • Kostas Tzim
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Chemistry Recommendation for Chemistry textbooks

  • Yashbhatt
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Classical Recommedation for Classical Mechanics book

  • Spacebender
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