2007-06-16 05:01:00 · 5 answers · asked by Rawr 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Physics
If you just want a little head start on a class, go to a library and look at some general physics books or textbooks. Start with a simple one so you can get an overview in a short time. Then, follow what interests you.
If physics is your first science (not likely), start with general science. A physics class might assume you already know the scientific method.
Yes, the cartoon guide is good, and Larry is a cool guy, and it will help you learn concepts, but it won't show the kinds of things you will be doing in a physics class, or the kinds of math you are likely to need. It's harder to pick up the math on your own, but at least if you see if there are some math skills you lack. Math is not likely to be much of a problem in a first physics class.
2007-06-16 05:14:30 · answer #1 · answered by Frank N 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Maybe you'll get a physics teacher who leaves math to the math teacher and let's you use a calculator in class. It would be good to learn how to use a good calculator over the summer; it will help you check you homework, even if you don't use it to solve the problems. So buy a decent scientific calculator. They're pretty cheap nowadays, unless you splurge on a fancy programable one with a printer, an address book, a cellphone, camcorder, GPS, maps, etc.
Look online for some interesting physics software to play with over the summer.
Also, it might be a good idea to go see the Wizard and get a brain.
2007-06-16 13:26:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Blech. Don't get a boring old textbook!
Get a copy of the Cartoon Guide to Physics by Larry Gonick. Great book that explains difficult physical concepts in a fun cartoon format!
2007-06-16 12:25:46 · answer #3 · answered by ZikZak 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Math.
Physics is a bit of science tested by mathematical word problems. If you can do the math all you need to is to learn the why. Too many people have problems in science / physics because of the math.
2007-06-16 12:35:02 · answer #4 · answered by david m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh and a tip for when you start taking the class. really read your text book. it helps, i know it may be hard to sit down and read it, but its for the best.
and if the physics class is calculus based.. i would brush up on some calc
2007-06-16 13:16:09 · answer #5 · answered by Lizzy G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋