An Introduction to Physical Science

This text presents a survey of the physical sciences - physics, chemistry, astronomy, meteorology, and geology - for the non-science student. Topics are treated both descriptively and quantitatively, providing flexibility for instructors who wish to emphasise a highly descriptive approach, a highly quantitative approach, or any spectrum in between. Highlights of this tenth edition include: - New! A new interior design enhances the book's pedagogical features and organisational structure - New! End-of-chapter "On the Web" exercises require students to use Internet resources to explore topics, review concepts, and solve problems - New! Chapter 18, "The Universe," has been completely revised to incorporate new material - "Highlights" have been updated to include topics such as nanotechnology, disposal of nuclear waste, the use of hydrogen in transportation, and earthquake risk in the United States - All end-of-chapter "Exercises" are paired. Each odd-numbered exercise has an even-numbered exercise that is similar in content, to provide further practice. Answers for the odd-numbered exercises are provided, allowing instructors to assign the even-numbered ones as homework - "Relevance Questions" appear at the end of most sections. These questions provide real-world applications of the material just covered in the text, allowing students to develop their critical-reasoning skills