This hardcover, 800+ page book is intended for high school physical science and covers the topics of physics, chemistry, earth science, and astronomy. 28 chapters cover all of the topics that students need to be prepared for upper-level science classes. Each chapter includes short readable sections of text, checkpoints (questions with suggested answers), colorful illustrations and graphics, biographies of famous scientists, summary of terms, reading check questions, activities, Plug and Chug (formula familiarization, Think and Solve (mathematical application), Think and Rank (analysis), Exercises (synthesis), Discussion Questions (evaluation), and a Readiness Assurance Test (10 multiple choice questions with answers). Appendices include sections on linear and rotational motion, vectors, exponential growth and doubling time, solutions for odd-numbered questions at the end of the chapter, and a glossary.
Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
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069824
ISBN
9780134060491
Grade 9-12
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Publisher's Description of Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)
Conceptual Physical Science Sixth Edition provides a conceptual overview of basic, essential topics in physics, chemistry, earth science, and astronomy with optional quantitative analyses. The authors focus on concepts before computations. With its clear, friendly writing style, and strong integration of the sciences, this book connects well with all students.
Category Description for Conceptual Physical Science
Available in a one-year or two-year self-study path, Conceptual Physical Science corresponds to the Conceptual Physical Science textbook (6th edition). It is recommended for two academic years for the beginning high school student who has not completed the Conceptual Science Middle School courses.
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| Product Format: | Hardcover |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 9-12 |
| Brand: | Addison-Wesley |
| Author: | Hewitt & Suchocki |
| ISBN: | 9780134060491 |
| Length in Inches: | 11.125 |
| Width in Inches: | 8.875 |
| Height in Inches: | 1.25 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 4.35 |
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