Fizika: školski leksikon

Physics: A School Lexicon (1963) by Mihajlo Velimirović is one of those recognizable and highly useful educational publications intended for primary and secondary school students, as well as for anyone seeking a reliable and accessible source of fundamental knowledge in the natural sciences. Compiled during a period of rapid development in technical sciences and the dawn of the Space Age, this lexicon was designed to facilitate the understanding of complex physical phenomena and laws. The material is organized alphabetically, allowing for quick and easy retrieval of specific terms. Velimirović covers a wide range of topics: from classical mechanics, thermodynamics, optics, electricity, and magnetism to the fundamentals of atomic and nuclear physics. Each term is defined clearly and concisely, often accompanied by mathematical formulas, physical units, schematic diagrams, and examples from everyday life. As a pedagogically well-crafted handbook, the lexicon served for decades as an indispensable supplementary resource alongside standard school textbooks. Its value lies in its clear language, technical accuracy, and ability to make abstract scientific concepts accessible to young generations of readers.