The Many Faces of Topology - Physics Forums
Dec 17, 2024 · Topology is a branch of mathematics that encompasses many different parts. It is sometimes even difficult to see what these branches have in common or why they are all called …
5 Pieces of Evidence that Support Theory of Evolution
Sep 2, 2014 · The important part is not what is so different from today, but the striking similarities they hold to current life. If we track the fossils in order of age, we find an interesting trend. As we get …
The Interaction of Sound and Light - Physics Forums
May 16, 2016 · This inspired me to write an article about the more down-to-earth interactions between light and sound. Light is a transverse electromagnetic wave and sound is a longitudinal density wave …
What Are the Differences Between Law, Principle, and Theory in Science?
Nov 9, 2013 · Hi, I tried to google it, but I got much more confused with different and contradictory definitions. Can somebody please help me understand the difference between these terms? Is there …
Why does light slow down in a medium? - Physics Forums
Jun 12, 2012 · I was tutoring a student in an optics lesson the other day. We discussed the foundational concept, that light travels more slowly in a physical medium...
Understanding Superposition Physically and Mathematically
Jun 10, 2019 · Quantum superposition is a more fundamental and less intuitive phenomenon as it occurs in the structure of the very logic of the system description rather than (or more aptly, as well) …
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Measured vs calculated quantities • Physics Forums
Jul 5, 2011 · The discussion centers on the distinction between measured and calculated quantities in physics, emphasizing the challenge of linking complex formulas, like F=ma, to tangible reality. …
Does Light Speed Vary by Color? - Physics Forums
Nov 21, 2006 · when light pass through the spectrum,different colour of light appear on the screen.i want to ask if the freuquency of the different.color of light is different Is the speed different or is their speed …
Panama canal: why don't the two sides level out? • Physics Forums
Feb 19, 2011 · The sea level is different from one side of the Panama canal to the other. The pacific side is 20 cm higher. Why don't the levels equalize by water flowing around south america?