Chapter 1: Space, Time, and Mass
Study Plan
With the definitions of the units of distance and time given in Chapter 1, we can consider the following questions:
- How far does light travel in a small fraction of a second? (Example 1, page 10)
- How is the precision of the distance determination limited by the precision of the time measurement? (Example 3, page 15)
Organize
- Prepare for lecture by reading the assigned sections from Chapter 1 in your textbook or ebook. This will provide an organizing framework for concepts introduced in lecture, and help you take better notes.
- Take the checkup quiz and work the Checkup questions in your textbook to assess your understanding of basic concepts. Take note of any topics you need to review further.
- Review the Examples from your textbook. These progress from simple to complex, and provide concrete illustrations of the concepts discussed.
- Review the Problem Solving Techniques box on Units and Significant Figures from your textbook.
- Review the Math Help box on Trigonometry of the Right Triangle from your textbook.
Learn
- Re-read Chapter 1 and review your lecture notes.
- Access the Online Concept Tutorials given for this chapter. Tutorials use animation and interactive exercises to help develop your understanding of fundamental topics.
Unit Conversion
Sections: 1.5, 1.6Significant Digits
Sections: 1.6 - Use the FlashCards to test your memory for new key terms and equations.
- Work the end of chapter Problems and Review Problems assigned by your instructor. If your instructor has assigned SmartWork online homework, login from the right navigation pane.
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