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PHYS 1350: Principles of Astronomy

School: University of Nebraska at Omaha

Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 7

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Why Does Hot Concrete Feel Hotter than a Rug in the Summer?
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Uncover the science behind a common sensation - why hot concrete feels hotter than a rug at the same temperature on a scorching summer day. We'll explore the factors at play in this intriguing phenomenon and provide a clear understanding of the science behind it.

Determining Mercury's Latent Heat of Fusion Using Calorimeter Data Exp
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Discover how to calculate the latent heat of fusion of mercury using calorimetry. Grasp the role of thermal equilibrium in heat transfer calculations. Derive the value of mercury's latent heat of fusion based on experimental data.

Warm Hands by Friction: Temperature Increase Calculation
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Join us to explore the science of hand-warming through friction in this video. We calculate the temperature increase as a woman rubs her hands together, converting work into thermal energy. Dive into the physics of heat generation and discover how friction can keep you warm.

Warming Inhaled Air: Volume Increase Calculation
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Explore the fascinating science of air temperature change in this video! We calculate how the volume of inhaled air increases as it warms from 0.0°C to body temperature. Discover the principles of thermal expansion in the human body.

Calculating Object and Oil Density through Buoyancy
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Dive into the world of buoyancy and density in this video! We explore how an object's weight changes when immersed in water and oil. Join us to calculate the density of the object and the oil, unraveling the principles of fluid dynamics and buoyant forces.

Virtual and Real Images of a Cat Facing a Converging Lens
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Explore the fascinating optical phenomena involving a cat, a converging lens, and the creation of virtual and real images.

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