PHYS 205 - Modern Physics

Institution:

Knox College

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Description:

An introduction to the two major shifts in our view of physics (which have occurred since 1900), Einstein's Special Relativity and the wave-particle duality of nature. The course starts with a review of key experiments which show that classical mechanics and electrodynamics do not provide a satisfactory explanation for the observed phenomena, and introduces the relativity and quantum theory which provide such an explanation. Includes regular laboratory meetings. MNS; Prereq: PHYS 130 or PHYS 130A; and MATH 152; QL; STAFF

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.knox.edu

Phone Number:

(309) 341-7000

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Trimester

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