Is any good way on how to deal with Newton Mechanics?

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The discussion centers around the perceived complexity and abstract nature of Newtonian mechanics. Participants share their experiences and suggestions for approaching the subject, touching on various resources and methods for understanding the material.

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  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested, Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express that Newtonian mechanics feels abstract and complicated, seeking advice on how to approach it.
  • One participant suggests that if Newtonian mechanics seems difficult, studying relativity or quantum mechanics may be even more challenging.
  • Another participant emphasizes the importance of providing specific details about what aspects of Newtonian mechanics are confusing to receive targeted help.
  • It is noted by a participant that individuals use Newton's laws in everyday life, implying a level of inherent understanding.
  • Some participants recommend using books and practicing problems to improve understanding, suggesting that practice can make the material easier.
  • One participant mentions the usefulness of YouTube videos for learning A-level content, although they express uncertainty about more advanced topics in classical mechanics.
  • A participant reflects on their own lack of familiarity with calculus and their current focus on quantum phenomena and electricity rather than forces and motion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that Newtonian mechanics can be perceived as abstract and complicated, but there is no consensus on the best approach to overcome these challenges. Multiple views on resources and methods for learning remain present.

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Some participants note the importance of specific details in questions to facilitate better guidance. There is also mention of varying levels of prior knowledge, such as calculus, which may affect understanding.

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Individuals struggling with Newtonian mechanics, students preparing for A-level physics, and those interested in foundational concepts in physics may find this discussion relevant.

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just asking, because it seems abstract and complicated for me.
 
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If you think Newtonian mechanics is abstract and complicated, then I don't recommend that you attempt to study any relativity (either GR or SR) or any quantum mechanics.

If your statement is a plea for help, it is rather vague and non-specific. What seems abstract? What is complicated about it? The more details you provide, the more specific help and suggestions you will receive about overcoming your difficulties.
 
alnix said:
just asking, because it seems abstract and complicated for me.

Your question itself appears abstract to me, and very, very vague.

BTW, do you know that you are using Newton's laws right now, and have been using it every since you were born? In fact, there are many things you do automatically simply because you've understood it and seen in numerous times already.

Zz.
 
alnix said:
just asking, because it seems abstract and complicated for me.
Good thing you're equipped with a human brain - a tool particularly well suited for dealing with abstract and complicated topics, isn't it?
 
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alnix said:
just asking, because it seems abstract and complicated for me.

Get a good book and practice...everything becomes easier with practice.
 
Its not so bad if you watch youtube videos of course I refer to only A-level stuff at the moment. For the higher stuff in classical mechanics in uni like angular momentum and the other vector crap involving matrix mathematics I haven't come across yet but example of what I mean is



I am assuming your on about the rudimentary stuff I dunno.

PS> I forgot all that calculus stuff too. I have yet to encounter such difficulties though I haven't really started my subject yet just been reading up and researching myself at the moment. First damn unit though is quantum phenomena and electricity where I would have preferred starting at forces and motion.
 
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