PHYS 3311 - Concepts of Modern Physics

Institution:

Kennesaw State University

Subject:

Physics

Description:

Prerequisite: "C" or better grade in any core lab science sequence . A look at quantum mechanics (the physics of the very small) and relativity (the physics of high speeds and high energies) for the general audi-ence. The puzzles of modern physics and some philosophical implications will be considered. Topics will include the wave-particle problem, the uncertainty principle, time dilation, and why the speed of light is the "speed limit" for the universe. The strong experimental evidence sup-porting these (seemingly) strange and paradoxi-cal ideas will also be discussed

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.kennesaw.edu

Phone Number:

(770) 423-6000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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