English Definition and 304 Threads

  1. J

    Does Gauss's papers have english version?

    I found the <Gauss C F - Werke Banden> on emule. But they are written by Germany. Would I can find the english version ? Where ?
  2. atyy

    Does the metric really represent intrinsic spacetime in plain English?

    Does the metric really represent "intrinsic" spacetime in plain English? Does the metric really represent "intrinsic" spacetime in plain English? For a 2D curved surface, the metric, although intrinsic as a mathematical term, doesn't seem to me intrinsic in plain English - it describes the...
  3. MathematicalPhysicist

    Maths Graduate Programmes in Scandinavia (in english).

    So far Iv'e looked at websites of departments of helsinki university in finland, upsalla university in sweden and oslo university in norway. But from the outlook of those websites it wasn't clear to me if the courses are unanimously given in english or just partly. The worst of the three...
  4. J

    What is Euler's Criterion in plain simplified english

    What is "Euler's Criterion" in plain simplified english This sentence in textbook reads: "If ∂M/∂y = ∂N/∂x the differential is exact (Euler’s Criterion)." What does the equation mean, and also I am not familiar with the backwards number 6 symbol --what is that? thanks
  5. V

    Japanese to English Translation Service | Expert Assistance Available

    Anyone? Can you help me translate this to english? Thanks toki ga sugite ima kokoro kara ieru anata ni aete yokatta ne kitto watashi samishii yoru soba ni ite kureta ne kotoba ni dekinai kimochi wakatte kureta ne nan ni mo iezu tada naiteru dake de hontou no kimochi itsu demo ieta nara...
  6. S

    Programs How important are highschool English classes for physics major?

    I'm asking because I'm going to be a senior next year and I really, really don't want to take AP Literature. I loathe English with every fiber of my being. I'm also taking German IV which I've heard is mainly going to be a writing/literature class and I don't think I can handle two similar...
  7. C

    Does anyone know any online English degree universities?

    My regards to the community, I am working as an junior to a technical writer and have my job prospects much better but they say that I need an English degree for that. I did think of joining a university but that wouldn’t be practical as I have a job on my hands and a few responsibilities to be...
  8. K

    Schools Applying for English Universities

    Hello! Right now I am thinking of applying to a university in England, but it is really difficult to obtain any information about how to apply here in Sweden. I have checked out Cambridges website, but it really doesn't make much sense their either. Because of the lack of information, I missed...
  9. P

    Will someone please translate this to English?

    Hello, I believe this might be some Italian? Someone posted a reply to me on a another forum and I don't have a clue what it says. I do for a fact it is not Spanish. I know that 100%. My first guess was Spanish so I have asked a friend cause she knows Spanish and she was not sure what it said...
  10. rocomath

    I need something translated Viet to English

    Any takers? I need it to be someone who I have no ties with ;)
  11. A

    English Eng. Gas Constant: 8.314 J/mol-K

    As in SI the value for Universal gas Constant is 8.314 J mol^{-1}K^{-1}. What's its equivalent in English Engineering ?
  12. D

    The Meaning of Schrodingers Equation - In English

    [SOLVED] The Meaning of Schrodingers Equation - In English Ok, so I'm thinking that the Schrodinger's box is not a bad place to be right now. This whole Schrodinger equation has got me in turmoil. I've searched the world over and can't seem to find an explanation in English about the...
  13. Ivan Seeking

    Lingusitics Obamamatopoeia - The English language, Obamafied.

    http://www.slate.com/id/2184502/ He is a true Obamenon [(c)2008 Ivan Seeking]. But here's my favorite: Flukey or Spooky? :biggrin:
  14. mbrmbrg

    Thermodynamics Textbook (English)

    Hi, the physics department at my (undergrad) college is looking around for a good Thermodynamics book for next semester. So far, the best thing they found (and it sounds really good) is in Romanian. So... does anybody know if FIZICA FENOMENELOR TERMICE by C.N. PLĂVIŢU is available in...
  15. mbrmbrg

    Thermodynamics Textbook (English)

    Hi, the physics department at my (undergrad) college is looking around for a good Thermodynamics book for next semester. So far, the best thing they found (and it sounds really good) is in Romanian. So... does anybody know if FIZICA FENOMENELOR TERMICE by C.N. PLĂVIŢU is available in...
  16. P

    English Word: 2-Angle Triangle in a Sphere

    Triangle has three angles but what do you call it when it has just two angles like in a sphere.
  17. S

    Einstein's papers translated to english?

    Were the Einstein's papers relevant to GR or anything else ever translated to English? If yes, give source.
  18. P

    Schools Getting into university with low english mark

    Hello everyone! I am a high school student trying to get into U of Waterloo or U of T. My english mark is 56% and I really don't want to take it again. However, with this english and my best 5 other subjects my average will (hopefully) still be high enough to meet the minimum requirement...
  19. C

    Quick Calculations by Shi Fengshou in English?

    "Quick Calculations" by Shi Fengshou in English? I'm looking for an English manual to "Shi Fengshou Rapid Calculations." Apparently the guy wrote a book in Chinese sometime between 1970 and 1980 called "Quick Calculations." However, I haven't been able to find an English translation of it. I...
  20. C

    How Can I Improve My English Skills for Success in Engineering?

    When it comes to learning English, whether it's writing, grammar, mechanics, it takes me forever to make sense of it. If I get around 60-70% average in all my English courses, would I still be able to fair in an engineering course? Since I have bad English skills, wouldn't that mean I'd get...
  21. F

    Should Intelligent Design Be Taught Alongside Evolution in Science Classes?

    Homework Statement Write an essay explaining opposing positions. I have selected from a list the issue of "Should intelligent design be taught in science classes as an alternative theory to evolution?" Homework Equations I discussed the paper with my professor and he said that "if...
  22. P

    How to read/spell/pronounce/say math or physical calculus in English?

    Hello all I am nearing my graduation (physics) and consider myself fluent in general English. Although I had to dig through many books in English during the study I never actually had to verbally comunicate with another person about physics/maths calculus. After a chilling finding how poor in...
  23. Evo

    Thousands of hyphens perish as English marches on

    Good or bad? http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20070921/od_nm/britain_hyphen1_dc
  24. N

    English translation of Fichtenholz, Integral & differential calculus

    English translation of Fichtenholz, "Integral & differential calculus" I've been recommended the book "Integral & differential calculus, vol I,II,III by G M Fichtenholz."" however I can only find a german version: "Differentialrechnung und Integralrechnung..." Would anyone know if...
  25. B

    N00b Q: Help Converting Between English and SI

    Hi guys, I need some help converting between units. I hope you can help. :) The candela is defined as "the luminous intensity of a light source producing single-frequency light at a frequency of 540 terahertz (THz) with a power of 1/683 watt per steradian". Now, one watt is equal to...
  26. P

    Time dilation in plain english

    This is a response to the those asking for a non technical explanation, and those who claim there isn't one.
  27. D

    English Math Books for 15-16 Yr Olds: How Many Years?

    Hi, I am interested in knowing what the names of the english math books are for the school you begin on when you are 15-16 years old. By the way, how many years does that school last?
  28. A

    Why do we capitalize certain words in physics?

    While writing about some topics in science I came across the strange use of capitalization with certain words related to physics. (e.g. "Newtonian" and "galilean" ) I notice many people capitalize "Newtonian" wherever it is used. (Most spell-checkers will even mark the lower case version as...
  29. wolram

    Unearthed English Terracotta Army by Hadrian's Wall

    Unearthed by Hadrians wall Northumberland, dozens of minature warriors the size of action men have been found along with a partiially legible latin plaque, the inscription bears all the hall marks of Nero Nesttenus, a renowned minaturist sculpter, it seems it is possible that Emperor Hadrian...
  30. P

    Which Word Should Be Used: Agenda, Schedule, or Diary?

    Hello everyone I have been the memeber of this forum for several months and now i have this problem. I do not speak English as my first language. Now some of my friends have an argument about several words in English. In the sentence :' we arranged to meet at 1.30 pm and I made a note in my ...
  31. A

    Anyone good with English? Need help with personal statement.

    My English is poor and I need someone to look over my personal statement. I'm planning to transfer colleges so I can get into a program with civil and environmental engineering =). If you could PM me or give me contact info that would be nice. Thanks!
  32. A

    Programs Physics degrees taught in english in europe?

    hey, I am wondering if anyone knows of any universities in europe (excluding the UK) which offer bachelor degrees in physics that are taught in English, perhaps with an inclination towards theoretical physics? There must be a few of them around, but I'm not aware of any! I do know of a few...
  33. A

    Resit English GCSE for PhD Application?

    I was wondering...say if i wanted to apply for a phD at oxbridge (ok I am being a bit ambitious), would my GCSE results be looked at?...i mean would they be significantly important? beacause my english lang/lit GCSE isn't good..C/C but that was on a very bad day and i thought i actually failed...
  34. B

    Why Do English Class Instructions Change Every Year?

    9th grade teachers: "Kids, write a thesis that specifically states 3 different supporting topics" 10th grade teachers: "Write a thesis that is three-pronged, is factual, and supports the main point of the paper" And, happy new school year, all! What do I get in 11th grade English...
  35. Math Is Hard

    My Cat's Grumpy Refusal to Speak English!

    My cat won't speak English! like these... [PLAIN][/URL]
  36. D

    Why Is English the Only Compulsory Subject in Years 11 and 12 in Australia?

    As a student who does well in Science and Maths I come across the question all the time of why English is taught as a compuslory subject in yr 11 and 12 (In Australia). This is the only subject that is compulsory with maths not being compuslory anymore. Now I can understand the teaching of...
  37. 0TheSwerve0

    Simplified English: Headache-Inducing Vocabulary

    gah! This makes my head hurt http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20060705/ap_on_re_us/simpl_wurdz
  38. B

    Know Your English: Can "It's" Be Used to Signify Ownership?

    Okay, quick question. Can the word "it's" be used to signify ownership? e.g. "To argue whether or not secularisation is occurring, or has occurred, in our society today one must first define religion itself, then define secularisation- how influential is it now, compared to that of the...
  39. P

    Learn English Basics: Books & Exercises

    I went through primary and secondary school without (any?) knowledge of the theory behind English. Although I am capable of writing an A level essay. But I like to start learning the basics now. Could anyone recommend good books with lots of excercises on the basics of English?
  40. B

    Lingusitics Foreign-speaking foreigner make a mistake in the English language

    I think the website speaks for itself: http://www.engrish.com/detail.php?imagename=gentlemen.jpg&category=Engrish%20from%20Other%20Countries&date=2006-04-26" Read the FAQ for any inqueries on its 'political correctness'
  41. wolram

    Google & English: Understanding Without Spelling Perfectly

    It seems google has accepted that some people can not spell, with its intuitive search it will suggest an alternative to an unknown term, this made me wonder if we even need to spell correctly, as long as people understand what one has written.
  42. D

    Tone Languages and the Use of Pitch in Word Meaning

    Oh well its not about grammar but I just don't know how to call it you can tell me what is most needed to mean a word, can't you ? For example, if i say "a turtle", 'a' is an article in english, turtle is a countable noun. before any countable noun there must always be an article indicating...
  43. M

    How to Convert English Units of Measure?

    Hello guyz, Im having a problem in solving a Math Problem I can not found a formula does anybody knows the conversion for the following 1. meter squate to feet square m2 to ft2 2. centimeter square to feet square cm2 to in2 3. linear meter to linear ft Regards and Thanks, Mayt
  44. topsquark

    English System Units and R value

    A quick units question. Serway gives the R value (for insulation) in English system units as: \frac{ft^2 \, ^o F \, h}{BTU} What unit does "h" represent? Thanks! -Dan
  45. S

    Lingusitics American is a language sepearte from english.

    On this therd there is some disscussion of American being it's seperte language form English on this https://www.physicsforums.com/showthread.php?t=115377".I think that disscussion whould be getting more of topic if I posted anything more about it so I decide to create this theard. Reasons why...
  46. D

    Describe Friend for Organizations/Schools/Companies

    1. He seems honest 2. He looks honest 3. Maybe he is hosnest What is the difference between them ?:blushing: Second, in order to recommend someone to some organizations/schools/companies, what words/statements you would use to describe him so that he can get the job/bonus/an increase in...
  47. I

    English Electric's OBX3 Circuit Breaker

    Hi there.. I'm righting this thread hoping that anybody can help regarding a specific issue. I'm looking for English electric circuit breakers (OBX3) that whore installed in the late 60's in circuits for heavy Industries, more specifically for the steel coil industries. I would like to...
  48. honestrosewater

    A case of English vs. classical logic

    If P, Q, and R are propositions, 1) ((P -> Q) & (P -> R)) <=> (P -> (Q & R)). But let P = I have exactly one dollar. Q = I have enough money to buy a coffee. R = I have enough money to buy a pickle. and (1) fails (though in only one direction) under the English interpretation that, if...
  49. O

    News English translation of the Danish article?

    I have been searching for an English translation of the article that appeared in Jyllands-Posten last September. I have found the original article in Danish here (without the cartoons): http://politiken.dk/VisArtikel.sasp?PageID=397712" Well, I think this is it but I cannot read it. I...
  50. B

    Billiard Ball backspin (draw English) - Rigid body dynamics

    I've been presented with the following problems, and would like some help/affirmation: SITUATION: A billiard ball with mass m and radius r is in rest on a horizontal table. The ball is hit with a billiard cue the height r/3 above the table, and has the velocity v0 immediately after the hit...
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