Oxford Dictionary of Physics for iOS

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This is the most popular dictionary of physics available. It contains over 3,800 entries covering all commonly encountered physics terms and...

This is the most popular dictionary of physics available. It 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. With 200 new entries and expanded coverage in areas including applied physics, statistical distributions, polymers, and nanoscience, A Dictionary of Physics is more comprehensive than ever before.The dictionary is generously illustrated with over 120 diagrams, graphs, and tables. Feature entries provide in-depth analysis of key topics such as crystal defects, magnetic resonance imaging, and the solar system. Three feature entries on low-temperature physics, nanophysics, and quantum entanglement are completely new to this edition, as are entry-level web links.Ideal for students of physics at A-Level and undergraduate level, as well as students of related science subjects. Also valuable for professionals and for anyone who comes into contact with physics terms and concepts.A search toolFeaturing autocomplete search to help you find words quickly by seeing search predictions that might be similar to the search terms you're typing. The search also allows various search options as:* A fuzzy filter when you are not sure of the correct spelling of a word.* A keyword search for finding key words within compound words.* A wild card search facility which can replace a letter or a group of letters.A learning toolThe dictionary app includes a number of features which help you to grow your vocabulary further: * A Favorites feature allows you to create your own categories and lists of words from the extensive library, which includes all cross-curriculum words * History list to help you easily review the last visited words. * Flashcards to give you the opportunity to test your knowledge of newly learned words.A mobile dictionary application from MobiSystems with content from Oxford University Press.