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Interesting ideas for extracurricular physics project
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Moving Dimensions Theory, aka MDT
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Bullet Proof Material: How Does It Work?
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Do we understand electromagnetics?
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Why do we still use seconds and meters as SI base units?
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Why does the sun have a black point and is it an optical effect?
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Mainstream Science: What's the Mainstay?
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Capillary Action (Capillary Depression)
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Why do we get an eerie feeling when metal gets scratched?
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Are there some calculator programs like this out there?
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Simple Audio Cancellation Techniques for Noise Reduction | Audio Setup Help
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Do Parallel Realities Really Exist in Quantum Mechanics?
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How to calculate significant digits
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Feynman Lectures: Worth Reading for Fundamental Concepts?
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Influence of a humidor on the aerodynamics of baseballs
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What is the estimated radius of a bomb explosion with 400 lb of high explosives?
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Using Spectrometer to measure soil nutrient solutions
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Physics & Fate: Could Physics Determine Our Future?
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Spectrometer vernier scale. Quick answer
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Surfer Dude T.O.E: Details & Your View
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Are physicists getting paid enough for their expertise and hard work?
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Definitions of few physics terms
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Does Time Exist in a Closed System?
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Didaktikogenic Physics Misconceptions
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Creating an Ethical Code of Conduct for Physics Professionals
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Is it possible for a stable system
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Poiseullie's Equation experiment
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Keeping Worms Warm in Upstate NY Without Electricity
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What are the fundamentals in today's science?
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What Determines Color at the Molecular Level?
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Why would dust be attracted to a CD wiped with a dry cloth?
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Pitch vs Noise: Understanding the Difference and Its Scientific Explanation
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Can Coal Be Clean? Debate & Survey
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Surfer dude creates unified theory
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Can someone explain how plucking a guitar string produces multiple harmonics?
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Calculating Percent Error When Accepted Value is 0
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Is a Theory of Everything Truly Comprehensive?
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What is the exact formula for calculating bubble resonance frequencies?
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Revolutionizing Music Sharing: A New Type of Headphones for Unborn Babies
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Unravelling the Mystery of How Waves Become Matter
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Has Ball Lightning Ever Caused Notable Damage?
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Why Do Physics Homework Questions Often Focus More on Algebra?
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Is the Existence of Aether Particles Debated in Physics?
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GRE Physics Exam: Calculator Rules & RPN Advice
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Why Does Whiskey and Water Swap Despite Being Miscible?
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The Origin of Time and Its Relationship with Entropy
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DIY Vacuuming at Home - 75+% Efficiency
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Global warming investigatory project
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Finding Inspiration for Future of Physics: Tips & Ideas
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In the literature, I occassionally see something like this:
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News Where are the lengthons or the spacions?
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Found this little atrocity on ZDnet
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What Is the Physics Behind True UFOs?
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Is Zero-Point Energy Fact or Pseudoscience?
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Nonconducting Liquids: Vegetable Oil & Mineral Oil
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Heisenberg incertitude principe ? contradicting ?
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Finding Source of Image: Concentric Rings, Torus, Plusses/Minuses
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Are All Fundamental Particles Truly Pointlike?
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Discover Interactive Physics Simulations & Ideas for Your Website
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Understanding the Width of Distribution for Error Analysis
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Where to best increase efficiency?
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Solve Pool/Snooker Dispute: Smaller or Larger Tip?
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Is Risk Analysis Essential in Developing Fundamental Models of Physics?
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Is Anyone Else Just Starting Astrophysics in College?
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What Are the Key Properties and Uses of Diamonds?
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How does the Homopolar Motor Work?
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Shocking Theory: Light Bulbs Suck Dark In
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Debunking the Myth of Dark Suckers: A Closer Look at the Bell Labs Discovery
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How to Start Making a New Physics Theory?
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Modern Definition of Time & Length Units
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What Are Degrees of Freedom and Why Do They Matter?
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How to Calculate Percent Error in Measurements
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The speed of sound in nothing but a suit
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Adrian’s Game of Bagatelle (named after its creator - AJ)
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The Impact of Vibration on Human Health
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Can Candles Really Power Light Bulbs?
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Why is Snow White Instead of Clear Like Ice?
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Solve the World's Energy Needs? Any Non-Fusion Possibilities?
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What Does Diurnalised Refer to in Statistics?
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Does anybody know where to get Converging lens ?
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I want help about hologragh screen
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Plasma Cosmology & Electric Universe: Claims & Evidence
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Improving problem solving skills?
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Geting the mass of a karate punch.
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What is the null point for calibrating an instrument in deep space?
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What is the Science Behind the Samurai Sword?
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Who Won the Nobel Prize for Discovering Giant Magnetoresistance?
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Understanding Intrinsic Sensor Error
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Where Can I Find a Simple Hall Probe for Measuring Magnetic Fields?
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Plasma from a grape in a microwave
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I need your help to prove this wrong.
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Calculate Earth's Age: Physics Method w/ College AP Physics
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Is the Speed of Light Being Surpassed by Solid Matter?
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Can Kirchoff's Law Solve a Core 2 Duo Equivalent Problem?
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Are white clothes better than black clothes in summer?
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Can a Sun Dog Appear Without Clouds?
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Random Thoughts On Dissappearing Planets
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More than two terminals on cell phone battery
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Intermolecular-forces and droplet coalescence
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Unveiling the Universe: A Quest for Answers
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