Physics for Scientists and Engineers vs with Modern Physics

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around comparing two textbooks, "Physics for Scientists and Engineers" and its modern edition. Participants explore the differences in content and structure between the two versions, particularly in relation to chapter organization and edition updates.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions whether the two books are essentially the same, noting the difference in chapter counts.
  • Another participant suggests that if the cheaper book is a more recent edition, the first 39 chapters might be identical in both books.
  • A later reply indicates that the second book is "more unwieldy," implying potential issues with its usability or organization.

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Participants express differing views on the similarities and usability of the two textbooks, with no consensus reached on whether they are fundamentally the same or how the differences impact their use.

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Unresolved aspects include the specific content differences between chapters and how the additional chapters in the second book may affect its overall structure and usability.

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Physics for Scientists and Engineers vs "" with Modern Physics

Would anyone know if there is a difference between the two books off the top of their head?

LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/0495827819/?tag=pfamazon01-20

LINK: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1439048444/?tag=pfamazon01-20

I mean one has chapters from 1-39 and the second has 1-46. My class requires the first one but I can get the 2nd one for cheaper.

Would you think its the same exact book with an added section?
 
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Is the one you can buy more cheaply the most recent edition? If it is, than I think the first 39 chapters are the same in both books.
 


yes the more recent edition. I guess I'll find out the risky way.

Thanks for your help.
 


The second one is more unwieldy.
 

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