Description
Physical World of Measurement by Jasminder Jeet Singh
This book is for 10+1 science students and covers complete syllabus of electrostatics of CBSE, Punjab Board, Haryana Board and Himachal Board. The different concepts are explained in a detailed way and by using a simple language. Main stress is laid on diagrams, which are self explanatory and helps to explain the concept easily.
Syllabus (Contents of the book):
1) Physical World.
Scientific method, Scope and excitement in Physics, Fundamental forces of nature, Unification of forces.
2) System of units.
Fundamental and derived physical quantities, The international system of units – The SI system, Definitions of fundamental units, The multiples and sub-multiples in SI system.
3) Measurement.
Direct and indirect methods of measurement, Parallax method and its limitations, Measurement of mass. Measurement of time.
4) Error Analysis.
Absolute error, relative error and percentage error. Accuracy and precision. Combination of error. Unsolved numericals on error analysis.
5) Significant Figures.
Rules to determine significant figures. Round off a number. Rules for arithmetic operations with significant figures. Order of magnitude and scientific notation.
6) Dimensional Analysis.
Dimensional formula and dimensional equation. Principle of homogeneity of equation. Uses and limitations of dimensions.
Jasminder Jeet Singh –
This book is very useful and has made my concepts clear.