The discussion clarifies the distinction between "Principles of Physics" and "Physics for Scientists and Engineers," both authored by Serway and Jewett. "Principles of Physics" is tailored for institutions offering calculus-based physics courses specifically for life science majors, such as biology and pre-med students. This textbook emphasizes examples and homework exercises relevant to these fields, unlike "Physics for Scientists and Engineers," which caters to a broader audience. The comparison to Halliday's works highlights similar thematic differences in target audiences.
PREREQUISITESStudents in life sciences, educators designing physics curricula, and anyone interested in the pedagogical differences between physics textbooks for varying academic disciplines.
PRINCIPLES OF PHYSICS is the only text specifically written for institutions that offer a calculus-based physics course for their life science majors.