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Dictionary of Physics (Oxford) by Isaacs, Alan
ISBN: 0198607598
"Contains over 3,800 entries covering all commonly encountered physics terms and concepts, as well as terms from the related fields of astronomy, astrophysics, and physical chemistry." Includes illustrations, diagrams and tables.
Penguin Dictionary of Physics
ISBN: 0140514597
"concise definitions for every area of physics - from optics and acoustics to mechanics and electronics" Access through Credo database: in Credo - select "Find a Book" then type in title.

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