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Was Genz right about nothingness? possible stupid question
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Atoms: Protons, Neutrons, & Other Particles?
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Compressing Ideal Gas: Understanding Adiabatic Processes & Isochoric Cooling
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Relative error of radius when derived from diameter
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Question about conductors, wires and lattice of ions
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Is This Really the Coriolis Effect or Just a Tourist Scam?
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Derive V2=u2+2as: Help Solving Annoying Problem
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How can I calculate gas pressure in a cylinder using mathematical formulas?
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Origin of gyroscopic precession
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Cause and Effect Without Frame of Reference
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A question google isn't answering
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What is the mechanism that transmits force?
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Beam splitters cubes configurations
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What is the significance of wave numbers and polarization in physics?
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Horizontal or vertical strips when solving c.o.m. of functions problems?
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A code found in equations for superstring theory huh?
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How to Analyze a BJT Using Pi-Model?
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Irreversible Compression and Expansion
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Question about the Archimedes principle and gravity.
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How Does a Wheel Move Forward Through Electromagnetic Interactions?
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Preventing Hysteresis in homemade Force Sensing Resistors
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Finding Center of Mass of Nonuniform Rod: Integrating Over dm
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Planck Length Paradox: Radius & Area
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Heisenberg's uncertainity princple
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The Method of Joints (support reactions)
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Uniform Gravity: Fact or Fiction?
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Equation for Mass Moving Near Speed of Light: What Is It?
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Unification of gravitation with other forces
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Understanding the Meaning of dW in Calculus
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Is the Laplacian a Vector or Scalar?
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Can absolute zero ever be measured?
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Is the force of gravity constantly increassing?
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How is gravity considered as the weakest force?
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However, the question remains: What causes dispersion?
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Why is the Flexural Wavelength Dependent on Density?
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Is a fuel cell technically an energy storage device?
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Direction of deflection in a galvanometer?
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Error of Product: Calculating Speed of Sound Formula
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Can a Homogeneous Equation Still Be Incorrect?
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Understanding Phase & Group Velocities in Different Contexts
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Calculated the time it takes for a liquid to freeze ?
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Understanding Forces in Coupled Oscillating Systems
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Temp & Melting Point of Water: Pressure Effects Explained
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Understanding Different Energy Types: A Comprehensive Guide
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Why is p=fv different than calculatingit manually
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Why is mg often ignored in equations of motion for vertical springs?
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Current Updates on LIGO and Gravitational Waves
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Solving Vectorial Equation: F vs a Angle Relationship
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Vacuum Permeability: SI Base Units, Amps-2 Power
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Is it Possible to Separate Oxygen from Air Using Centrifugal Force?
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Can Isolated Systems Under an Energy Constraint Exhibit Chaotic Behavior?
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Can Electromagnets Achieve Levitation?
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Bremsstrahlung from different materials
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How Do Earthen Vessels Regulate Water Temperature?
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What is the Geometrical Interpretation of line integral?
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How does the weight of airplanes affect atmospheric pressure?
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Does Time Exist? My Reasoning Explored
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How do we measure time more accurately?
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How to Calculate the E Field Inside a Charged Cylinder?
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Is the energy required for fission equal to that for fusion?
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Advanced Egg Drop Assignment - Create a Rocket & Vehicle for Success
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Why is it easier to throw someone with a judo throw?
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How was avagadros number was calculated
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How Does Taking Derivatives in Physics Differ from Mathematics?
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Imitating ice for room-temp experiments
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Radiometry: Spectral Irradiance, Irradiance & Average Irradiance
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More energy in bullets or batteries
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Can You Calculate Radiance from Irradiance Outputs Using a Spectroradiometer?
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Errors in Measurement: Types, Sources & Comparison
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Why Does Accelerating Faster Reduce Gas Mileage?
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Michio Kaku's teleportation device
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Calculating Moment of a Beam | PSU Professional Portfolio
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Can Long Range MRI Scans Be Performed Using Maser Technology?
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Energy required to keep a mass in the air
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Cooper Pairs Spin: Questions Answered
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Conversion constant from mass to energy
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Flow Through Pipes: Paraboloid Curve & Reason
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FTL Travel - Are we in trouble when the oil runs out?
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Radio communication from the galaxy's far side?
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Is it possible to see objects move faster than c?
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Fluid-structure interaction ansys tutorials
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Where can I learn about modeling and simulating situations and experiments?
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Number systems and their effect on physics
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How Do you Calculate how many x rays are coming off a fusion reaction?
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Master Darts in a Moving Elevator to Precision Aim
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Understanding the Adjoint Operator in Physics
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How can I calculate forces on a vehicle frame?
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Solve Physics: Find m When f=mc^2
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Need a little intuition on equation of travelling wave .
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I wanted to know how it is determined uncertainty
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Doubt in myopia and Hypermetropia
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Dispersion by a rectangular prism
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Force Conversions - horinzontal vs vertical
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Is Gravity Really Just Curved Spacetime?
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Finding Average Molarity: SF in Data
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Which comes first matter or energy?
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Calculating Reaction Force: Box on Rigid Wall with Applied Force of 100 N
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Calculating Maximum Dive Depth: Tips for Cliff Divers | Get the Facts Here!
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So why does the atmosphere block gamma rays but not UV rays?
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The way math is used in physics vs. pure math
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