Inquiry into Physics

Reflecting the latest developments in the field and featuring an updated color art program, "Inquiry into Physics," Ninth Edition continues to emphasize the inquiry approach to learning physics by asking students to conduct simple experiments using common household items, to discover relationships between physical quantities on their own, and to seek inspiration from and understanding of the natural world around them.

To promote student engagement, each chapter begins with an "Imagine This" segment focusing on a device or phenomenon whose operation or explanation relies on the physics principles discussed in the chapter. To build conceptual understanding, this algebra-based text includes DIY physics activities, concept mapping exercises, and quizzes throughout.

Each chapter includes at least one Applications feature demonstrating the use of physical concepts in areas such as astronomy, medicine, environmental science, engineering, and cultural studies. The text also reviews the historical development of physics and offers vignettes about the scientists who contributed to the advancement of the field, providing context that's particularly relevant for non-science majors.