I need some Modern physics text book suggestion

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The discussion centers around a freshman struggling with the concepts of wave-particle duality and the upcoming Quantum Mechanics curriculum in a Modern Physics course using Arthur Beiser's textbook. The student expresses a need for a more descriptive resource due to missed classes and gaps in understanding. Responses suggest utilizing online resources or asking questions in the forum instead of purchasing another book, highlighting the potential waste of money on materials that may not be useful later in studies. There is also a mention of a preference for physical books over digital formats for ease of reading.
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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 complicated. I missed some classes in the beginning. So, I missed some important lectures. I need to cover them fast. The book I mentioned is good. yet I miss some key factors in it. So, can anyone please recommend a more descriptive book on this subject

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why not try to use internet resources for understanding that particular thing better? or just ask questions here?

it seems like a waste of money to buy one more book "just for that" since you will probably never use those "modern physics" book later on in your studies.
 
ansgar said:
why not try to use internet resources for understanding that particular thing better? or just ask questions here?

it seems like a waste of money to buy one more book "just for that" since you will probably never use those "modern physics" book later on in your studies.

Just saying, I for one much prefer physical books over online/ebooks. Much easier on the eyes.
 
zooxanthellae said:
Just saying, I for one much prefer physical books over online/ebooks. Much easier on the eyes.

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