Topic of Paper - What should it be?

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Suggestions for a paper topic include exploring the accomplishments of a notable physicist, with Richard Feynman highlighted as an engaging subject due to his intriguing personality and significant contributions to physics. Another idea is to focus on orbital motion, which can be understood conceptually without heavy reliance on calculus, referencing Newton's geometric proof of Kepler's laws. The discussion raises the question of whether the paper should strictly adhere to physics or include broader related themes. Overall, the emphasis is on finding a topic that balances interest and accessibility for a 5-6 page paper.
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Topic of Paper -- What should it be?

I'm looking for a topic to write a 5-6 page paper on. I'm talking Calc 1 now so the phyics class that I'm in doesn't really have any calculus in it. Any suggestions on what might make a good topic?
 
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Maybe on the accomplishments of a famous physicist or someone who has contributed to physics a lot, and about what they have added to physics.
 
If you want to do a biography, I suggest Richard Feynman. He was a very interesting person, as well as a great physicist, and I think he would make for a colorful subject.
 
Is it supposed to be a physics paper, or a paper related to physics?

Right something about orbital motion... it's cool, and you can get a rough understanding without really knowing calculus (hell, Newton proved Kepler using geometry!)
 

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