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Everyday Forces: A Plain-Language Reference to Newton's Three Laws
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Everyday Forces: A Plain-Language Reference to Newton's Three Laws

By Staff Writer · 5 min read · Jan 23, 2023

Friction Myths That Most People Get Wrong
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Friction Myths That Most People Get Wrong

By Staff Writer · 6 min read · Oct 3, 2025

Gravity, Arcs, and Air: What Makes a Football Spiral
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Gravity, Arcs, and Air: What Makes a Football Spiral

By Staff Writer · 7 min read · Jan 23, 2024

Physics Principles You Rely On Before You Even Leave the House
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Physics Principles You Rely On Before You Even Leave the House

By Staff Writer · 6 min read · Jul 23, 2025

Pressure, Lift, and Drag: The Forces Acting on a Plane During Takeoff
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Pressure, Lift, and Drag: The Forces Acting on a Plane During Takeoff

By Staff Writer · 7 min read · Sep 15, 2025

Sound in Open Stadiums vs. Domed Arenas: Why They Feel So Different
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Sound in Open Stadiums vs. Domed Arenas: Why They Feel So Different

By Staff Writer · 6 min read · Oct 12, 2024

Static Electricity: Why It Shocks You More in Winter
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Static Electricity: Why It Shocks You More in Winter

By Staff Writer · 7 min read · May 12, 2024

The Hidden Physics of a Microwave Oven
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The Hidden Physics of a Microwave Oven

By Staff Writer · 8 min read · Aug 22, 2023

The Physics Behind Every Pothole Your Car Hits
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The Physics Behind Every Pothole Your Car Hits

By Staff Writer · 7 min read · Feb 4, 2026

The Science of Why Ice Makes Roads So Dangerous
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The Science of Why Ice Makes Roads So Dangerous

By Staff Writer · 8 min read · Sep 1, 2025

Understanding Physics Well Enough to Spot Bad Science Online
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Understanding Physics Well Enough to Spot Bad Science Online

By Staff Writer · 8 min read · May 18, 2026

What Roller Coasters Teach Us About Potential and Kinetic Energy
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What Roller Coasters Teach Us About Potential and Kinetic Energy

By Staff Writer · 7 min read · Jul 19, 2025

Why LED Bulbs Use So Much Less Energy Than Incandescent Ones
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Why LED Bulbs Use So Much Less Energy Than Incandescent Ones

By Staff Writer · 5 min read · Aug 7, 2023

Why Your Coffee Stays Hot Longer in a Ceramic Mug
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Why Your Coffee Stays Hot Longer in a Ceramic Mug

By Staff Writer · 7 min read · Jun 18, 2026