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Tag Archives: physics

The Kinematics Equations

Alright. We’ve defined our main concepts (displacement, velocity, and acceleration) and we’ve reviewed our algebra skills. It’s time to tackle the kinematics equations.

Posted byKathryn McGillSeptember 9, 2021August 27, 2023Posted inPhysics, Explained.Tags:derivations, kinematics, kinematics equations, physics, Physics, Explained.Leave a comment on The Kinematics Equations

Dimensions and Units

Physics is all about mathematically describing the world around us. In order to do this effectively, we need to carefully label the different quantities we measure. Units help us to do this.

Posted byKathryn McGillDecember 3, 2020August 27, 2023Posted inPhysics, Explained.Tags:dimensional analysis, dimensions, physics, Physics, Explained., prefixes, unitsLeave a comment on Dimensions and Units

Math: The Language of Physics

This post is all about math, because in order to go beyond purely conceptual physics, you need to be comfortable with mathematics.

Posted byKathryn McGillNovember 19, 2020August 27, 2023Posted inPhysics, Explained.Tags:algebra, math, physics, Physics, Explained., right trianglesLeave a comment on Math: The Language of Physics

How do you feel about physics?

What are the primary feelings that come to mind when you hear the word, “physics”?

Posted byKathryn McGillNovember 12, 2020August 27, 2023Posted inPhysics, Explained.Tags:#feelings, feelings about physics, physics, Physics, Explained.Leave a comment on How do you feel about physics?

The Elephant in the Room

Before diving in to talking about physics, let’s address the elephant in the room: physics is not known for being a diverse field or for having a diverse history.

Posted byKathryn McGillNovember 5, 2020August 27, 2023Posted inPhysics, Explained.Tags:history of physics, physics, Physics, Explained.

Physics, Explained.

That’s it. That’s the goal of this blog: to explain physics to you in what is hopefully both an engaging and a clear manner.

Posted byKathryn McGillOctober 26, 2020August 27, 2023Posted inPhysics, Explained.Tags:about, physics, Physics, Explained.1 Comment on Physics, Explained.
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