PreparED Study Materials
PHYS 212: General Physics: Electricity and Magnetism
School: Pennsylvania State University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 42
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Youngsters' Cliff Dives: Comparing Splashdown Speeds
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Dive into the physics of cliff jumping as we analyze the splashdown speeds of two adventurous youngsters. Explore the factors that determine their speeds and choose the best explanation among the options provided.
Shearwater's Return: Average Velocities in Experiment
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Join us as we unravel the incredible journey of a shearwater seabird in an astonishing experiment. This remarkable bird was taken from its nest, flown 5150 kilometers away, and then successfully found its way back home 13.5 days later. We explore the concept of average velocity for both the return flight and the entire episode, shedding light on the bird's navigation prowess. Discover the fascinating world of animal navigation and physics in this captivating video.
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.
Vector Addition: Can Different Magnitudes Equal Zero?
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Join us in exploring the fascinating world of vectors and vector addition. In this video, we answer a fundamental question: Can two vectors with different magnitudes ever sum to zero? Delve into the principles of vector mathematics and discover the insights behind this intriguing concept. Tune in for a mind-expanding journey through the world of mathematics!
Electric Field and Conductors: Point Charge Effects
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Explore the intriguing interplay of electric fields and conductors in this video. We examine how the presence of a point charge inside or outside a conductor affects the electric field. Join us to unravel the principles of electrostatics.
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.






















































