Physics

A call number is like a book's address; it tells you where to find a book in the library's collection. Call numbers are arranged alphabetically, and then by whole number (everything before the first period in the call number). 

The following call number ranges are where you'll find most of our books on Physics. The Library of Congress Classification Outline provides a full guide to call numbers.

Subclass QB - Astronomy

Subclass QC - Physics

• General Physics: QC 1–75
• Mechanics: QC 120–168.85
• Atomic Physics, Quantum Theory, and Matter: QC 170–197
• Acoustics (Sound): QC 221–246
• Heat: QC 251–338.5
• Optics (Light): QC 350–467
• Radiation Physics: QC 474–496.9
• Electricity and Magnetism: QC 501–766
• Plasma Physics: QC 717.6–718.8
• Nuclear and Particle Physics: QC 770–798
• Geophysics: QC 801–809
• Meteorology: QC 851–999