PHYS 80304: General Physics I

School: Clemson University

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PHYS 80304
Clemson University
3 pages | Fall 2015

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Understanding Mechanical Work: The Interplay of Forces, Movement, and

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Explore the fundamental concept of work in physics and discover the key conditions, including movement, net force, opposing force, and direction, that must be met for work to be accomplished when pushing on an object, such as a rock.

Surviving Extreme Deceleration: David Purley's Remarkable Story

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Discover the incredible tale of David Purley's survival in a high-speed car crash! In this video, we calculate the magnitude of the acceleration he experienced during the rapid deceleration from 173 km/h to zero. Learn how to express it in units of gravity and explore the limits of human endurance.

Pendulum Clock in the Rockies: Speed Change and Adjustment

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Explore the effects of altitude change on a pendulum clock's speed when moved from the Mississippi Delta to the Rocky Mountains. Learn why it runs faster or slower and how to make adjustments. Discover the assumptions involved in this fascinating timekeeping scenario.

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Earth's Measurements: Circumference, Surface Area, and Volume

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Explore Earth's dimensions in this video! We calculate its circumference, surface area, and volume. Join us to understand the scope of our planet, both in its physical size and mathematical concepts.