Intro Physics Does this physics textbook include these topics?

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The physics textbook "Giancoli Physics 7th Edition" includes comprehensive coverage of essential topics such as mechanics (Chapters 1-11), kinetic theory and thermodynamics (Chapters 13-15), electricity and magnetism (Chapters 16-22), waves and optics (Chapters 11-12, 22-25), and modern physics (Chapters 26-33). This textbook is suitable for students preparing for a physics curriculum, as it aligns with common educational standards. However, it is important to note that not all courses will cover every topic presented in the textbook.

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Hey guys. I was wondering if this physics book linked below includes these following topics:
mechanics, kinetic theory and thermodynamics, electricity and magnetism, waves and optics, and modern physics

https://www.amazon.com/dp/0321625927/?tag=pfamazon01-20

You can view the table of contents by previewing, or here are the titles of the chapter if it helps:

https://www.giancolianswers.com/giancoli-physics-7th-edition-chapters

I'm completely new to physics so I can't really tell for myself. I just want to make sure this textbook covers everything that I'll be learning next year. Thanks!
 
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WILL ZHANG said:
Hey guys. I was wondering if this physics book linked below includes these following topics:
mechanics,
Chapters 1-11
kinetic theory and thermodynamics,
Chapters 13-15
electricity and magnetism,
Chapters 16-22
waves and optics,
Chapters 11-12, 22-25
and modern physics
Chapters 26-33

By the way, it's rare for any course to cover all the topics in a textbook, even at the college/university level.
 
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