Is There a Missing Layer of Explanation in Popular Physics Communication?

[expos4ever]

Hello to all. I am particularly interested in the way concepts in physics are presented and explained. I am inclined to believe that there is often a fundamental layer of explanation missing from articles (and even books) that attempt to communicate science to the masses. More particularly, I often find myself wishing for a very high-level layer of explanation where relevant concepts are more carefully explained and an effort made to connect our intuitions. However, I am aware of the possibility that this is an unrealistic explanation. Looking forward to learning some things.

 

[berkeman]

Hello to all. I am particularly interested in the way concepts in physics are presented and explained. I am inclined to believe that there is often a fundamental layer of explanation missing from articles (and even books) that attempt to communicate science to the masses. More particularly, I often find myself wishing for a very high-level layer of explanation where relevant concepts are more carefully explained and an effort made to connect our intuitions. However, I am aware of the possibility that this is an unrealistic explanation. Looking forward to learning some things.

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