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I have formal training in physics, but tend to approach it very intuitively; I prefer estimation over exact calculation, principles over details. I believe many problems can be solved by making a careful sketch. Label your axes, and don't use insignificant digits.

I visit this site in the hope of sharing my enthusiasm and occasional insights with others.

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309 Can I compute the mass of a coin based on the sound of its fall? Jun 26 '14
207 Why does a mirror split my laser beam? Mar 2 '16
181 When separating an Oreo cookie, why does the cream stick to just one side only? May 31 '17
124 How to measure the wavelength of a laser pointer? Jun 25 '15
120 Why does my wooden door disperse light into a rainbow color spectrum? Sep 30 '14
117 Can we theoretically balance a perfectly symmetrical pencil on its one-atom tip? Apr 14 '15
94 Why do atomic clocks only use caesium? Jun 29 '15
94 If water is not a good conductor, why are we advised to avoid water near electricity (no wet hands near circuits etc.)? May 19 '17
87 Explain it to me like I'm a physics grad: Greenhouse Effect Dec 21 '16
84 Why is the vibration in my wire acting so oddly? Jul 9 '16
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