For one- or two-semester physical science survey courses for non-science majors.
This package includes MasteringPhysics™.
Opening the Doors of Science
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.
Personalize learning with MasteringPhysics
MasteringPhysics™ from Pearson is the leading online teaching and learning system designed to improve results by engaging students before, during, and after class with powerful content. Ensure that students arrive ready to learn by assigning educationally effective content before class, and encourage critical thinking and retention with in-class resources such as Learning Catalytics™. Students can further master concepts after class through traditional homework assignments that provide hints and answer-specific feedback. The Mastering gradebook records scores for all automatically graded assignments while diagnostic tools give instructors access to rich data to assess student understanding and misconceptions.
Mastering brings learning full circle by continuously adapting to each student and making learning more personal than ever—before, during, and after class.
KEY TOPICS: The Nature of Science; PHYSICS: Patterns of Motion and Equilibrium; Newton's Laws of Motion; Momentum and Energy; Gravity, Projectiles, and Satellites; Fluid Mechanics; Temperature, Heat, and Thermodynamics; Heat Transfer and Change of Phase; Static and Current Electricity; Magnetism and Electromagnetic Induction; Waves and Sound; Light; CHEMISTRY: Atoms and the Periodic Table; The Atomic Nucleus and Radioactivity; Elements of Chemistry; How Atoms Bond and Molecules Attract; Mixtures; How Chemicals React; Two Classes of Chemical Reactions; Organic Compounds; EARTH SCIENCE: Rocks and Minerals; Plate Tectonics and Earth’s Interior; Shaping Earth’s Surface; Geologic Time–Reading the Rock Record; The Oceans, Atmosphere, and Climatic Effects; Driving Forces of Weather; ASTRONOMY: The Solar System; Stars and Galaxies; The Structure of Space and Time
MARKET: For all readers interested in science.
0134060482 / 9780134060484 Conceptual Physical Science Plus MasteringPhysics with eText -- Access Card Package
Package consists of:
0134060490 / 9780134060491 Conceptual Physical Science
013407999X / 9780134079998 MasteringPhysics with Pearson eText -- ValuePack Access Card -- for Conceptual Physical Science
Paul G. Hewitt
Former silver-medal boxing champion, sign painter, uranium prospector, and soldier, Paul began college at the age of 27, with the help of the GI Bill. He pioneered the conceptual approach to teaching physics at City College of San Francisco. He has taught as a guest teacher at various middle schools and high schools, the University of California at both the Berkeley and Santa Cruz campuses, and the University of Hawaii at both the Manoa and Hilo campuses. He also taught for 20 years at the Exploratorium in San Francisco, which honored him with its Outstanding Educator Award in 2000.
John A. Suchocki
John is the author of Conceptual Chemistry as well as a co-author (with Paul and Leslie Hewitt) of Conceptual Physical Science Explorations. John obtained his Ph.D in organic chemistry from Virginia Commonwealth University. He taught chemistry at the University of Hawaii at Manoa and then at Leeward Community College. In addition to authoring textbooks, John is currently an adjunct faculty member at St. Michael’s College in Coldchester, Vermont.
Leslie A. Hewitt
Leslie is also coauthor of Conceptual Physical Science Explorations (with Paul and John). After obtaining her geology degree at San Francisco State University, Leslie’s interest in teaching broadened to include educating elementary and middle school students. She completed additional graduate work in geography and education, receiving her California State Teaching Certification, also from San Francisco State University. In addition to writing, she devotes considerable time and energy to bringing science education to young people in engaging ways.
