This story is part of Short Wave's series Space Camp about all the weird, wonderful things happening in the universe. Check out the rest of the series. What does it take to launch into space? Other ...

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As we journey from Newton's laws of gravity to Einstein's groundbreaking theory of relativity, and delve into the enigmatic ...

Discover how everyday bathroom products like toothpaste and shampoo illustrate the fascinating physics of soft matter and its ...

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The same pulling force that causes “tears” in a glass of wine also shapes embryos. It’s another example of how genes exploit mechanical forces for growth and development. Sip a glass of wine, and you ...

The first part of the course includes six units, Physical World and Measurement, Kinematics, Laws of Motion, Work, Energy and ...