Modern physics

Best modern physics books and tools

Resources for Modern physics under Science. Pair these picks with articles on thestemprofessor.com.

• Modern Physics (Kenneth Krane) — SR, quantum, and nuclear topics in one survey.
• University Physics — modern physics chapters (Young & Freedman) — Continues intro physics series for modern topics.
• Introduction to Modern Physics (Richard Llewellyn) — Concise modern physics for sophomore courses.
• Six Easy Pieces (Richard Feynman) — Motivation read on QM and relativity ideas.
• STEM lab notebook (grid + ruled) — Keep lab notes, units, and sketches in one place.
• Index cards for formulas and terms — Quick review between lectures and problem sets.