
Definition of Ohm in SI basic units in words - Physics Stack Exchange
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Why does the metric system use "kilogram" as a base SI unit?
37 SI system uses all (that I know) measurement basic units as 1 (single) instance: meter, second, Ampère, etc, except for the KILOgram. It already defined with 1000 multiplier (kilo). It prevents from …
What is a good introductory book on quantum mechanics?
For a basic short introduction to quantum mechanics, you can't beat: Feynman Lectures on Physics Vol III This is very good and intuitive, and complementary to the remaining books. Landau and Lifschitz …
forces - Why are basic physics problems neglecting to include ...
Oct 27, 2015 · Yes, most basic mechanics problems ignore drag effects (because those are hard, amongst other things). But, I live where the air pressure is ~10% less than sea level, and basic …
What is a basic physics general definition of a 'potential'?
Apr 5, 2018 · From the Wikipedia: In physics, a potential may refer to the scalar potential or to the vector potential. In either case, it is a field defined in space, from which many important physical proper...
How do I develop a deeper understanding of physics?
I'm thinking about majoring in physics, but I don't think my background is really strong at the moment. I've completed the standard first year math and physics sequence (multivariable calculus/
What's the standard "roadmap" to learning quantum physics?
What physics topics do I need to know to start learning about quantum mechanics? (In addition to the mathematical topics mentioned at What is the math knowledge necessary for starting Quantum …
Proof that the Earth rotates? - Physics Stack Exchange
May 29, 2013 · What is the proof, without leaving the Earth, and involving only basic physics, that the earth rotates around its axis? By basic physics I mean the physics that the early physicists must've …
Book covering differential geometry and topology for physics
Apr 3, 2016 · I'm interested in learning how to use geometry and topology in physics. Could anyone recommend a book that covers these topics, preferably with some proofs, physical applications, and …
soft question - Why is Physics so hard? - Physics Stack Exchange
1 Physics is about the ability to predict the outcome of scenarios. Either with formulas, simulation, or good old curve fitting. The underlying principles a few basic ones, but to use them you required to …