15. Maxwell's Equations and Electromagnetic Waves II

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Fundamentals of Physics, II (PHYS 201)
The physical meaning of the components of the wave equation and their applications are discussed. The power carried by the wave is derived. The fact that, unlike Newton's laws, Maxwell's equations are already consistent with relativity is discussed. The existence of magnetism is deduced from a thought experiment using relativity.
00:00 - Chapter 1. Recap-Solving Maxwell's Equations
18:18 - Chapter 2. Deriving the Energy and Intensity of an Electromagnetic Wave
30:40 - Chapter 3. The Origin of Electromagnetic Waves
37:03 - Chapter 4. Relativity and Maxwell's Equations
51:44 - Chapter 5. Deducing the Presence of Magnetism
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This course was recorded in Spring 2010.
For more information about Professor Shankar's book based on the lectures from this course, Fundamentals of Physics: Mechanics, Relativity, and Thermodynamics, visit bit.ly/1jFIqNu.