Conceptual Physics

Key differences between 12th and 11th editions

• Time lapse between current and previous publications: 5 years (2014 vs 2009).
• Paul G. Hewitt's physics textbook was originally written in 1971.
• Twelfth Edition offers new Learning Catalytics system, over 200 QR codes, and updated applications.
• 147 Hewitt-Drew-It screencasts, updates to current-day physics.
• New section on global warming and climate change and possible dangerous consequences.
• New subsection on refractive index.
• New boxes on:
• Physics circus
• Global Positioning System (GPS)
• Triangle as the the strongest shape
• 3-Dimensional printing process
• Fractal antennas
• Discovery of Higgs boson