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Why are the x-components of the stress tensor ($\sigma_{xx}, \sigma_{yx}, \text{and } \sigma_{zx}$) different?
Awarded Nov 12, 2021 at 19:05
How do you find the projection operator onto an eigenspace if you don't know the eigenvector?
Awarded Jan 20, 2020 at 21:00
Why is a paramagnetic material attracted into a magnetic field?
Awarded Jun 20, 2017 at 13:11
Why does a system try to minimize potential energy?
Awarded May 28, 2016 at 15:41

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