Eager to learn Physics and needs some guidance.

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The discussion centers around a young learner's inquiry into how to begin studying physics, including recommendations for resources and courses. The scope includes foundational concepts, suggested textbooks, and potential academic pathways.

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Main Points Raised

  • Asad expresses eagerness to learn physics but is uncertain about where to start, given his current academic background in geometry and earth science.
  • One participant suggests learning calculus using Stewart's book and recommends Halliday-Resnick's "Fundamentals of Physics" for theory and exercises.
  • Another participant questions the feasibility of learning physics with only a background in geometry.
  • Some participants recommend enrolling in AP Physics and AP Calculus if available at Asad's school.
  • Asad mentions that his school offers AP Physics and possibly Pre-Calculus.
  • A participant references a similar thread for additional suggestions that might be helpful to Asad.
  • There is a request for recommendations on specific physics books to study.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the importance of foundational knowledge in mathematics for studying physics, but there are varying opinions on the best resources and pathways to begin learning.

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Some participants' suggestions depend on the availability of courses and resources at Asad's school, and there is uncertainty regarding the adequacy of his current mathematical background for studying physics.

Who May Find This Useful

Young learners interested in starting their journey in physics, educators looking for resources to recommend, and students considering advanced placement courses in physics and mathematics.

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Hello. My name is Asad. I'm 15 and I want to learn Physics. As you can tell by my name I am eager to learn Physics and have been since the summer break :p. I never got around to it because I don't know where to start. I am in 10th grade. I already took Algebra and Living Environment. I am currently taking Earth Science and Geometry. We are currently studying weather and atmospheric pressure and in Geometry were are studying the interior and exterior angles of polygons. Can someone please tell me how I can start studying Physics. I already know http://www.khanacademy.com/ and http://www.youtube.com/khanacademy. I am going to start watching those videos. I want to start with the basic Physics and work my way up to the harder and more difficult Physics. All help will be welcome and appreciated. Thanks.
 
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Learn calculus with Stewart's book and buy Halliday-Resnick's Fundamentals of Physics (or Physics). Try to solve the exercises of these books after you read the theory.
Good luck.
 
I wonder how much physics you can actually learn if you are only starting geometry.
 
We will see :). I also know 9th grade Algerbra.
 
If your school has AP physics you should take that, and AP calculus.
 
My school has AP Physics and I think Pre-Calculus.
 
Open a physics book, read it, and do all the exercises. And then work your way up from there. Good luck.
 
Which Physics book do you recommend?
 

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