Physics

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Physics — Paul Peter Urone et al. By Paul Peter Urone; Roger Hinrichs; Fatih Gozuacik; Denise Pattison; Catherine Tabor. OpenStax publishes this book free of charge under the Creative Commons Attribution License (4.0). This Physics resource was developed under the guidance and support of experienced high school teachers and subject matter experts. It is presented here in multiple formats: PDF, online, and low-cost print. Beginning with an introduction to physics and scientific processes and followed by chapters focused on motion, mechanics, thermodynamics, waves, and light, this book incorporates a variety of tools to engage and inspire students. Hands-on labs, worked examples, and highlights of how physics is applicable everywhere in the natural world are embedded throughout the book, and each chapter incorporates a variety of assessment types such as practice problems, performance tasks, and traditional multiple choice items. Additional instructor resources are included as well, including direct instruction presentations and a solutions manual. FreeDropNow links to the official OpenStax book page and the official PDF.