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Physics

Finding Books

Bradley's library uses the Library of Congress classification system.  All natural sciences are in the Q's.  
Astronomy is located at QB and Physics at QC
Related fields
QA - Mathematics

QC 172-173 - Constitution and properties of matter
QC 310-319 - Thermodynamics
​QC 450-467 – Spectroscopy
QC 762-763 - NMR, EPR
QD - Chemistry
QE - Earth Sciences, including Geochemistry
T 174.7 - Nanotechnology 
TA 455 - Materials (non-metallic)
TP - Chemical Technology (includes engineering)

You may also find the ebooks from the "Very Short Introduction" series helpful for learning about a topic. This series from Oxford University Press "offers concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects...Each volume provides an authoritative and engaging assessment of a concept, field, or body of work, drawing out the central ideas, themes, and approaches. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, new insights, and enthusiasm to make often challenging topics highly readable to develop your core knowledge...the series is an indispensable and accessible guide that will enrich your understanding." (from the publisher).