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    Studying Where can I find basic books to learn physics and particle physics at age 14?

    First I suggest this: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=how+to+build+a+particle+accelerator&x=0&y=0&tag=pfamazon01-20 But first only after this...
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    Courses Math courses to prepare for undergrad physics for older student

    Well I'm assuming you don't want to wast time so I would definitely brush up on college algebra, then trig/pre-calc, and calculus. These are pretty much the basic courses the rest build on. I also suggest taking geometry, it'll give you a handle on maybe basic proofs. Head to your local library...
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    Studying Studying MAthematics: Does it become easier to pick up the broad ideas

    i like what chiro said. I think he/she pretty much sums it up for any science really. Science is based on assumptions and inductions relative to and limited to our observations. This isn't necessarily bad though, i think i may be going off topic. Anyway, the way they taught me science and math...
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    Calling all who successfully manage a busy schedule

    I have quite the schedule as well this semester. I'm excited about it though because its pretty much all the classes I want to be taking. I think its important to have a social time set aside from all that studying. The trick is to find friends who also have busy schedules and good habits. All...
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    Yikes one more (thought) experiment in wannabe physicist syndrome

    depending on how much time you have and the time you devote to physics and math, it may not be worth it, unless you REALLY REALLY want to do it. If you do I'd maybe suggest going to a community college for a year to brush up on some math (depends on how rusty you are with algebra, calculus, and...
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    Schools The most prestigious university in the entire world?

    The "best" is all relative. In my opinion, you should work the hardest in whatever situation/institution/field/job you're in. "Hardest", again, is also relative. Working hard in a prestigious university vs. a semi-prestigious vs. community college might entail different things but it is...
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    The Romance of Science: Experiences, Reminiscences & Regrets

    You have to as genuinely interested as they are typically. I can see why the romance would appeal to some people though. Think of it this way. Everyone likes candy, or money. Not everyone likes spicy food or tea. It appeals to most people but it is important to reflect on whether it is a genuine...
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    Opposite of Polygon: Open Shapes & Names

    I guess I mean curved shapes that end in points. Not quite conics but a combination of them. One shape is a diamond with curved edges inward. I am no geometer nor have I taken any topology. Sorry if this is still vague
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    Opposite of Polygon: Open Shapes & Names

    Sorry if this seems elementary but what shapes are the opposite of polygons (closed by line segments) and what do you call them? Sorry if my question is phrased weird.
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    How Important is Probability in Experimental Physics?

    thanks everyone. I have a habit of chopping the vegetables with a butcher's knife, as they (or just me) say but I'll try and self-study a little bit of stats can't hurt. I think stats and probability are really powerful mathematical tools but it doesn't interest me as much as its applications in...
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    How Important is Probability in Experimental Physics?

    Hello PF No doubt that techniques in probability and statistics are useful to an aspiring physicist but I was wondering how useful exactly (or approximately). One of my upper division classes is called "thermodynamics and stat mechanics". I have no idea what level of probability or stats is...
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    What topics should I review for self-studying differential equations?

    Thanks for the input osnarf. Vector fields sound sort of similar to gradients but I am not sure. Anyway the course is supposed to cover ODE's, PDE's and Fourier series. I really understood calculus through a geometrical and physical approach so I'll look into that book, hopefully my library has it.
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    I want to be physicist, but will I have the future?

    Why don't you try mastering in physics? Of course, you would need to find out where you went wrong with your physics course, which is why I suggest you re-take it if you have to. Having interest in a discipline is universal but if you really want to contribute to it, you need to thorough...
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    I want to be physicist, but will I have the future?

    All I'm saying is that if you want to go into theoretical physics you need to show that you are capable of doing so. I suggest to go with your current diploma in electrical technology and apply to graduate school. I'm not sure where you are from or what your educational system is like but if you...
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    I want to be physicist, but will I have the future?

    In the US I'm pretty sure, some credits may or may not be transferable but you can always get a BSc or BA if you're willing to and have the money. Talk with your advisor about it
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