Book Description

Innovative * Interactive * International Collins IGCSE Physics has been developed to give maximum support for students studying for the Edexcel (London Examinations) GCSE. International case studies are used throughout, 'localising' learning. An interactive CD ROM, supporting study and revision, and practical work, is included. The book provides a complete match to the Edexcel (London Examinations) GCSE Physics Specification. HOW TO GET THE BEST FROM THIS BOOK FORCES AND MOTION Movement and position; Forces, movement and shape ELECTRICITY Mains electricity; Energy and potential difference in circuits; Electric charge WAVES Properties of waves; The electromagnetic spectrum; Light and sound ENERGY RESOURCES AND ENERGY TRANSFER Energy transfer; Work and power; Energy resources and electricity generation SOLIDS, LIQUIDS AND GASES Density and pressure; Change of state; Ideal gas molecules MAGNETISM AND ELECTROMAGNETISM Magnetism; Electromagnetism; Electromagnetic induction RADIOACTIVITY AND PARTICLES Radioactivity; Particles ILLUSTRATED GLOSSARY The accompanying CD ROM provides support for study, revision and practical work. Interactive questions Video experiments for common practical tasks