This introductory text looks at the biomedical applications of physics.

Reflecting the authors' view that students should be exposed to physics as an applied science, the purpose of this book is two--fold: (1) to demonstrate to students of introductory physics the importance of elementary physical concepts in explaining biomedical phenomena and (2) to provide the physics instructors with a resource of biomedical examples, solved problems, and unsolved exercises. Designed as a supplement to any two--semester introductory physics textbook, its examples range from the structure of DNA to the effects of biological radiation on the human body. Related topics include such high--interest topics as energy requirements during strenuous exercise or the hydrodynamics of the blood circulation in the body.

Introduction.
Kinematics in One Dimension.
Kinematics in Two Dimensions.
Forces and Newton's Laws of Motion. Dynamics and Uniform Circular Motion.
Work and Energy.
Impulse and Momentum.
Rotational Kinematics.
Rotational Dynamics. Elasticity and Simple Harmonic Motion.
Fluids.
Temperature and Heat.
The Transfer of Heat.The Ideal Gas Law and Kinetic Theory.
Thermodynamics.
Waves and Sound.
The Principle of Linear Superposition and Interference Phenomenon.
Electric Forces and Electric Fields.
Electric Potential Energy and the Electric Potential.
Electric Circuits.
Magnetic Forces and Magnetic Fields.
Electromagnetic Induction.
Alternating Current Circuits.
Electromagnetic Waves.
The Reflection of Light, Mirrors.
The Refraction of Light, and Optical Instruments.Interference and the Wave Nature of Light. Particles and Waves.
The Nature of the Atom.
Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity.
The Dose of Ionizing Radiation, Nuclear Diagnostics and Radiation Therapy.