Handbook of Physics

The Handbook of Physics is a complete desktop reference for scientists, engineers, and students. A one-volume toolbox for everyday use in problem solving, homework, examinations, and practical applications of physics, it provides quick and easy access to a wealth of information, including the fundamental formulas of physics, and a wide variety of experimental methods. Compiled by professional scientists, engineers, and lecturers -- all experts in the day-to-day use of physics -- the Handbook covers topics ranging from classical mechanics to elementary particles, electric circuits to error analysis. Each chapter presents important concepts, formulas, rules and theorems; numerous examples and practical applications; suggestions for problem-solving, hints, and cross references; measurement techniques and important sources of errors; and numerous tables of standard values and material properties.

Walter Benenson is a University Distinguished Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at Michigan State University, and a nuclear physicist at the National Superconducting Cyclotron Laboratory. Benenson was the one of the first physicists to join NSCL founding Director Henry Blossers staff in 1963, and was science consultant on the 1991 program Exploring the Hidden Nucleus. His research on rare isotopes forms the basis for Michigan States worldwide reputation in the field.