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The Direction of the Force of Friction Explained
New ReviewFriction always acts to oppose sliding motion, even when it makes an object speed up. Learn how this works with a clear and simple example using a sliding disk and a moving block.
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Electric Potential Difference in a Uniform Electric Field
New ReviewIn this video, we build directly on electric potential energy and electric potential to develop a clear, conceptual understanding of electric potential difference. Using parallel plates and a uniform electric field, you will see where...
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Change in Electric Potential Energy in a Uniform Electric Field
New ReviewIn this lesson we derive the change in gravitational potential energy for an object moving in a uniform gravitational field and then use that result as a direct analogy to determine the change in electric potential energy for a charge...
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Newton’s Third Law Force Pairs Act on Different Objects
New ReviewNewton’s Third Law forces are always equal and opposite, but they act on different objects. Learn how to identify these force pairs and draw the correct free-body diagrams.
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Electric Potential Difference from a Point Charge
New ReviewIn this lesson, we explore the electric potential difference between two locations in the electric field of a point charge — one of the most essential concepts in AP Physics and introductory electrostatics. Using a positive point charge...
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Why the Ping Pong Ball Floats in Air
New ReviewLearn Bernoulli’s Principle with a straw and a ping pong ball. A fun and simple physics demo to see pressure differences in action!
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Leaf Blower + Beach Ball = Bernoulli's Principle
New ReviewA beach ball floating in mid-air, held up by nothing but a leaf blower. It looks like a magic trick — but it's actually Bernoulli's Principle at work. Faster-moving air has lower pressure, so the airstream creates a pressure difference...
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Small Changes That Improve Learning
New ReviewIn this Flipping Physics video, I share a simple teaching habit that helped me continually improve my physics assignments over nearly 25 years in the classroom. By updating labs and worksheets immediately after grading them, I kept track...
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ALKENE Naming Made EASY | Organic Chemistry
In this video we will show you how to name alkenes, the organic molecules that contain carbons that are all single bonded to each other! This video is helpful for organic chemistry students at all levels including college and IB chemistry!
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Alkane Naming Made EASY: The Simple Rules Every Student Needs
In this video we will show you how to name Alkanes, the organic molecules that contain carbons that are all single bonded to each other! This video is helpful for organic chemistry students at all levels including college and IB chemistry!
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Understanding Electric Field between Ideal Parallel Plates
In this lesson we explore why the electric field between two ideal parallel plates is uniform and always directed from the positive plate to the negative plate. Using Coulomb’s law, symmetry arguments, and clear step by step reasoning,...
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Step-by-Step Physics Problem Solving
In this video, I walk you through my general suggestions for how to solve physics problems — the same step-by-step process I teach my students to help them succeed in AP Physics and beyond. We cover everything from setting up your...
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Electric Potential Explained Using Gravity
Electric potential can feel abstract, but it doesn’t have to be! In this Flipping Physics lesson, Mr. P and the gang use gravitational potential energy to make sense of electric potential and electric potential energy. You’ll see how...
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Equipotential Surfaces and Isolines
In this video, we explore equipotential surfaces and how they connect to electric potential and electric field lines. Using clear visuals and step-by-step reasoning, Mr. P helps you see how electric field lines are always perpendicular...
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The Center of Mass Isn’t Always on the Object
Did you know the center of mass can be outside the object itself? Learn what center of mass really means and see clear examples with everyday objects like bananas, donuts, and golf clubs.
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Blow Through a Funnel? Physics Happens!
Can you blow a ping pong ball out of a funnel? Learn how Bernoulli’s Principle explains why you can't—demonstrated clearly and simply by Mr. P from Flipping Physics.
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Fixing My 25-Year Physics Mistake
After 25 years of teaching physics, I realized I had been wrong about when you can use the equation Work due to nonconservative forces = Change in mechanical energy. In this video, I break down my mistake, show the correct way to think...
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Still Learning Physics After 25 Years
Even after more than 25 years of teaching physics, I’m still learning new things—and sometimes realizing I was wrong. In this video, I talk about how I misunderstood a concept related to the work due to nonconservative forces and what...
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A Moving Object Doesn’t Need a Force in Its Velocity Direction
A moving object doesn’t always have a force in the same direction as its motion. Learn why with this simple hockey puck example and deepen your understanding of Newton’s laws.
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Ideal Fluid Flow and the Garden Hose Trick
Learn the physics behind ideal fluid flow and the continuity equation—complete with animation, explanation, and a real-life garden hose example.
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DIY Sci: Slime Art
Create slime art with Steve Spangler! This is an excerpt from DIY Sci S3 Ep 4 Slime Experiments To watch this episode of DIY Scihref='https://xplorationstation.vhx.tv/diy-sci/season:3/videos/s3-ep-4-diy-slime' target='_blank'...
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Modeling Exponential Growth with an Equation | HS.F-LE.A.2
In this math video, we’ll explore how to determine if a table represents an exponential function using a real-world bacteria growth scenario.
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Eclipsing the Sun (with Solar Panels)
Discover the fascinating impact of a solar eclipse on solar panel energy generation! Witness how the eclipse influences our solar energy curve.<br/>
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Understanding Inertia: A Quick Physics Explanation
Learn about inertia and its role in resisting changes in motion. Discover how mass relates to inertia and why it's crucial in understanding an object's behavior.