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Fundamentals of Physics II offers a comprehensive journey through the intricate and fascinating world of physics. Spanning 29 hours and 48 minutes, this course delves deep into various core aspects of physics, making it an essential resource for anyone in the Basic Studies category, particularly under the subcategory of Physics.
The course begins with an exploration of electrostatics, laying a foundation by examining the behaviors and properties of electric charges when they are not in motion. This knowledge is then built upon with a thorough investigation of electric fields, providing insight into the forces between charged objects and the fields they generate.
Next, the course addresses Gauss's Law in two parts. Initially, you will develop a fundamental understanding of the law itself, which is crucial for analyzing the distribution of electrostatic fields. Following this, the application of Gauss's Law to both conductors and insulators is discussed, equipping you with practical skills to solve complex electrostatic problems.
The emphasis then shifts to the electric potential and conservation of energy, concepts integral to understanding the work done by electric forces and the potential energy stored within electric fields. Coupled with this is an exploration of capacitors, which are vital components in electric circuits with numerous applications in modern technology.
Understanding electrical resistance and the principles behind it is pivotal for grasping how current flows through materials. This naturally transitions into an examination of circuits and an introduction to magnetism, which paves the way for deeper insights into electromagnetic phenomena.
The course also covers Ampere's Law, which relates the circulating magnetic field in a closed loop to the electric current passing through the loop. This law is fundamental in the study of electromagnetism and magnetic fields produced by currents.
The phenomena of electromagnetic induction are explained through Lenz's and Faraday's Laws, offering a gateway to understand how electric currents generate magnetic fields and vice versa. This portion is followed by a detailed look at LCR circuits under both DC and AC voltages, providing crucial knowledge for building and analyzing circuit systems.
The course culminates with an in-depth investigation of Maxwell's Equations and their significant implications for electromagnetic waves. This segment offers a comprehensive view of how electric and magnetic fields interact and propagate as waves.
In the final segments, light is examined both from the perspective of geometrical optics and wave theory, providing a dual insight into phenomena such as reflection, refraction, and diffraction. The journey continues into the realm of quantum mechanics, starting with key experiments and the wave-particle duality, and progressing through multiple advanced topics, culminating in the sophisticated Schrödinger Equation and a summary of quantum postulates.
Rated highly by students with an average rating of 5 stars, Fundamentals of Physics II is a stellar offering for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of physics. Whether you are a novice or have a basic foundation in physics, this course stands as a critical step forward in your academic or professional journey.
Video class: 1. Electrostatics
1h06m
Video class: 2. Electric Fields
1h13m
Exercise: _What is the symbol for electric charge and its unit of measurement?
Video class: 3. Gauss's Law I
1h11m
Exercise: _What is the electric field defined as?
Video class: 4. Gauss's Law and Application to Conductors and Insulators
1h15m
Exercise: _What is the content of Gauss's Law?
Video class: 5. The Electric Potential and Conservation of Energy
1h14m
Exercise: _What is the method used to predict the trajectory of a charge q in the presence of fixed charges or a line charge?
Video class: 6. Capacitors
1h12m
Exercise: _What is the formula for the potential difference between two points in terms of the electric field and the distance between the points?
Video class: 7. Resistance
1h14m
Exercise: _What is the purpose of grounding a conducting plane?
Video class: 8. Circuits and Magnetism I
1h12m
Exercise: _What is the hidden secret of a circuit that causes charges to do work when going around and around the circuit?
Video class: 9. Magnetism II
1h11m
Exercise: _What is the unit of measurement for magnetic field B?
Video class: 10. Ampere's Law
1h10m
Exercise: _What is the convention for counting the current in Ampere's law?
Video class: 11. Lenz's and Faraday's Laws
1h09m
Exercise: _What is Lenz and Faraday's law?
Video class: 12. LCR Circuits—DC Voltage
1h09m
Exercise: _What is the difference between the relation between voltage and current in a resistor and an inductor?
Video class: 13. LCR Circuits—AC Voltage
1h10m
Exercise: _What is the trick used to solve LCR circuits with an AC source?
Video class: 14. Maxwell's Equations and Electromagnetic Waves I
1h09m
Exercise: _What does the first Maxwell equation tell us about magnetic charges?
Video class: 15. Maxwell's Equations and Electromagnetic Waves II
1h09m
Exercise: _What are the two conditions you get from writing the two other equations for loops in free space according to Maxwell's equations?
Video class: 16. Ray or Geometrical Optics I
1h13m
Exercise: _What is the theory of light that describes light going in a straight line from start to finish?
Video class: 17. Ray or Geometrical Optics II
1h11m
Exercise: _What is the principle that covers everything in geometrical optics according to Prof. Shankar?
Video class: 18. Wave Theory of Light
1h14m
Exercise: _What is the only way things change in physics?
Video class: 19. Quantum Mechanics I: The key experiments and wave-particle duality
1h13m
Exercise: _What did Richard Feynman say about quantum mechanics?
Video class: 20. Quantum Mechanics II
1h15m
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