PHYS 1200: Introduction to Nanoscience and Nanoengineering

School: Cornell University

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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.

Angle of Hanging Hand Straps on a Turning Streetca

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Discover the physics behind the angle formed by loosely hanging hand straps on a streetcar negotiating a curved turn.

Spherical Capacitor: Calculating Capacitance and Plate Area

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Explore the concept of capacitance in a spherical capacitor and learn how to calculate it. Discover how to find the plate area for a parallel-plate capacitor with the same capacitance and separation.

The Pricey 'Jenny' Stamp: Calculating Focal Length

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Explore the world of collectible stamps as we delve into the story of the rare 1918 'Jenny' stamp and its astonishing auction price. Join us to learn about the use of a simple magnifying glass to examine this valuable collectible and discover how to calculate its focal length.

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Understanding Volume Units and Cylinder Formula

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In this educational video, we dive into the concept of volume and its units. We explore the correct units for measuring volume and discuss the common misconception that a cylinder's volume is given by ?r^3h. Join us for a comprehensive explanation of the fundamentals of volume measurement and understand why the given formula doesn't hold.