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University of Sheffield: Bubble Chambers
A description of the advantages and disadvantages of bubble chambers. Links to more advanced physics and formulas.
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Hippo Campus: Teaching Physics Blog
HippoCampus offers a blog for physics teachers, the purpose of which is to offer ideas for instructing and engaging students in both traditional high school and AP physics. Authored by Tom Anderson, an online instructor for Illinois...
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Tasmanian Physicist Profiles: Biophysicist
Contains a profile of Dr. Ian Newman, a biophysics researcher at the University of Tasmania. Presents a description of how he became interested in physics, what his work is like, and how his career path progressed.
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Fearof Physics: Videos
Looking for some more explanantion on a topic covered in physics class? This site contains videos that explore some physics concepts. Videos are broken down by topics. Some videos also give examples on how to solve problems.
Soylent Communications
Notable Names Database: Ernest Lawrence
This brief biography discusses the innovative work of physicist Ernest Lawrence, inventor of a magnetic resonance particle accelerator.
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Wikibooks: Physics Study Guide
A study guide to supplement a freshman level physics course taught without calculus. This not intended to be a stand alone textbook.
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Wikibooks: Physics Study Guide
A handy resource that gives an overview of equations and definitions pertinent to an introductory, college-level physics course, with two of its three sections focusing on motion-related topics and principles.
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Science Oxford Online
Make connections between science, enterprise, and society here in this collection of articles and current science topics in the news. Find out how science makes connections with the daily life of human beings.
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Scientific Visualization: Vector Calculation
A Java applet on vector addition. Users drag two or more vectors to be added together. Clicking a button shows the resultant of the vectors.
Other
Institute of Physics: Physics Life
The animated cartoon street explores the physics seen in our daily lives.
University of Oregon
University of Oregon: Pauli Exclusion Principle
This site from the University of Oregon tells of the basic ideas behind the Exclusion Principle, developed by Wolfgang Pauli.
NASA
Nasa: Vector Addition by the Numerical Method
A lab experiment involving readily available materials. Students analyze three forces acting upon one point to determine the resultant force. Questions and accompanying answers are provided.
Fundación Cientec
Trivia: 30 Preguntas! Ciencias
Thirty questions to test your knowledge of upper elementary / middle level science (in Spanish). Covers energy, health, physics, technology, biology, chemistry, history of science, and earth sciences. You can choose between a Flash or...
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Technology Education: Technology: Engineering and Design
Glencoe offers the STEM Handbook which outlines the importance of science, technology, engineering, and math in opening many career pathways.
John Wiley & Sons
Cutnell & Johnson Physics: Online Study Edition
Want to review concepts covered in your physics class? This website contains concept specific simulations, problems, and quizzes. Broken down by chapter and topic this site is an excellent place to start your review!
Physics Games
Physics Games: Amigo Pancho
Game that involves removing objects so that a pair of balloons can float to the sky while avoiding cacti and other sharp objects.
Physics Games
Physics Games: Amigo Pancho 2
Game that involves removing objects so that a pair of balloons can float to the sky while avoiding cacti and other sharp objects.
Other
Lock Haven: Glossary of Frequently Misused or Misunderstood Physics Terms
A page, written by Donald E. Simanek of Lock Haven University discusses misused and misunderstood physics terms and concepts. It reminds us that Avogadro's number is a constant, and should be treated as such.
McMaster University
Mc Master Univ: Representations on the Subject of Money
This site from the McMaster University provides the full text article of Newton's work, "Representations on the Subject of Money." Newton wrote these letters while serving as head of minting operations.
Channel 4 Learning
4 L: Science Essentials: Get Physical
Find a review of many aspects of the physical world. Simple explanations of electricity, gravity, and the solar system. Included are materials for teachers to use for enrichment.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Electromagnetic Waves: Lesson 1
This lesson will show how a particle can travel in a wave form, by following perpendicular electric and magnetic fields. It is 1 of 4 in the series titled "Electromagnetic Waves."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Energy: Lesson 5
This lesson discusses the role energy plays within living things. It is 5 of 7 in the series titled "Energy."