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AST 1002: Planets, Stars, and Galaxies
School: Florida State University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 68
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Discovering the nighty sky (part 1) (Physics)
AST 1002
Florida State University
14 pages | Fall 2016

Astronomy chapters 5 and 6 tutorials (Physics)
AST 1002
Florida State University
9 pages | Fall 2016
Study Guides

Exam study guide for chapters 1-6 (Astronomy)
AST 1002
Florida State University
13 pages | Fall 2016
Videos
Coherence of Light Sources: Pairs Examined
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Explore the fascinating world of light coherence! In this video, we examine various pairs of light sources to determine their coherence. From candles to reflections in mirrors and soap films, we unravel the concept of coherent light sources.
Critical Angle for Total Internal Reflection
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Discover the magic of total internal reflection in this video! We explore how a ray of light refracts when traveling from glass into water. Find out the critical angle needed for total reflection, preventing any light from entering the water. Dive into the world of optics and refraction.
Determining Kinetic Friction with a Spring-Loaded Block
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Understand how to determine the coefficient of kinetic friction using a wooden block and a spring. Employing the law of conservation of energy, we use the spring's compression and stretch measurements. Through energy equations and Newton's second law, we deduce that ? equals 0.4.
Surfer Acceleration: Wave Inclination Angle
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Dive into the thrilling world of physics and surfing as we explore the angle of inclination of a wave's face. Discover how a surfer accelerates down a wave with an acceleration of 3.25 m/s² while ignoring friction. Join us for an engaging and educational explanation of this exciting phenomenon.
Moon vs. Earth Jump: Gravity's Impact on Distance
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Join us in a lunar leap! We estimate how gravity affects jumping distance on the Moon compared to Earth, with the same takeoff speed and angle. Explore the moon's reduced gravity and its impact on human capabilities.
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.
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