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I found this to be very helpful: http://fliptomato.wordpress.com/2006/09/13/the-physics-gre-a-guide-for-undergrads/

I'm putting in a second vote for Boas. Just used it for a class this term and it was excellent!

Gab, that was a very clear and enlightening example. This concept makes a lot more sense to me now that I can see how it can actually be worked into a problem. Thanks so much for your help! - vasel

I'm curious about the use of the Dirac Delta function. I am familiar with the function itself, but have never really seen in used in actual problems. The only problems I've worked with the function are those specifically about the function (ie. Evaluate the Dirac Delta function at x=3). My...

The quantity 1/e is one that I've seen quite a bit in physics. Especially when describing 'lifetimes' of various things (ie radiative lifetimes). I'm curious about why this value is used. I've heard explanations about how it's a probabilistic thing or that it's just a sort of 'standard candle'...

Thanks everyone! I'll check those out.

I'm looking for music that has something to do with physics, or more generally any science or math topic. I am always intrigued when an artist makes music about science, given some of the social stigmas associated with it in mainstream thinking. Does anyone know of any music like this? I'll give...