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| by: Louis Lyons |
All You Wanted to Know about Mathematics but Were Afraid to Ask: Mathematics Applied to Science
By Louis Lyons
* Publisher: Cambridge University Press
* Number Of Pages: 343
* Publication Date: 1995-10-27
* ISBN-10 / ASIN: 0521436001
* ISBN-13 / EAN: 9780521436007
* Binding: Paperback
Book Description:
Physics and engineering students need a clear understanding of mathematics in order to solve a vast array of problems posed to them in coursework. Unfortunately, in many textbooks, mathematical proofs and techniques obscure a fundamental understanding of the physical principles. In a clear and didactic manner, this book explains to the student why particular advanced mathematical techniques are useful for solving certain problems. The aim is to convey a deeper appreciation of mathematical methods that are applicable to physics and engineering through a discussion of a wide range of real physical problems. The topics covered include simultaneous equations, three-dimensional geometry and vectors, complex numbers, differential equations, partial derivatives, Taylor series, and Lagrange multipliers.
Summary: Amazing Book!!
Rating: 5
Louis Lyons makes mathematics come alive in his book, which is really helpful for physics students. He gives you practical applications of all those equations in math which make little sense at first.
Every chapter has very few problems at the end, but all are really good problems, which test your fundamentals of the chapter.
I recommend the book to anyone who likes Math, especially those who like it but find some parts of it boring.
I found it very useful for my IIT (Indian Institute of Technology) preparation too.
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