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College Physics by Francis W. Sears is a standard textbook used in introductory physics courses at the college level. The book has been published in multiple editions, with notable contributors including James A. Richards, M. Russell Wehr, Mark W. Zemansky, and Hugh D. Young. It covers the fundamental principles of physics and is widely referenced in educational settings.
First publish date: 1947
Genre: Science/Physics
Authors: Francis Weston Sears
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