PHYS 115: Physcs for Life Sci

School: Iowa State University

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Electron's Journey: Work and Thermal Energy Transfer

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Join us for a journey with electrons in this video! We explore the motion of an electron through a resistive strip powered by a 12V battery. Discover the electron's direction, work done by the electric field, and the transfer of energy to thermal energy in the strip.

Orbit Altitude: Astronauts Above Planet's Surface

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Embark on a celestial journey! In this video, we calculate the altitude above a distant planet's surface where a starship orbits. Discover how astronauts experience reduced free-fall acceleration and the fascinating dynamics of space travel.

Physics Behind Normal Force: Car & Driver on a Hill's Rounded Top at S

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Unpack the concept of normal force on a sports car and its driver atop a hill. Utilize Newton's second law to calculate these forces based on speed and hill curvature. Discover the speed at which the driver feels weightless in the car.

Car Deceleration: Angular Acceleration, Revolutions, Time, Distance, a

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Explore the physics of a car's quick deceleration, including angular acceleration, revolutions, time, distance, initial velocity, and the realism of the scenario.

Motorcycle vs. Bicycle Acceleration Comparison

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Explore the fascinating comparison between the acceleration of a motorcycle going from 80 km/h to 90 km/h and a bicycle accelerating from rest to 10 km/h in the same time frame.

Understanding the Law of Conservation of Mass in Chemical Reactions

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Explore the fundamental principles of this law, unraveling its implications, and clarifying common misconceptions related to mass preservation in chemical reactions.