#physics

flight  How do jet engines work?

Jet engines are used in aircraft to propel them forward by creating a forward thrust. There are various types of jet engines, but the most commonly...    Read more

science  What are the basic principles of thermodynamics and their applications in science and engineering?

Thermodynamics is a branch of physics that deals with the relationships between heat, work, and energy. There are four basic principles of...    Read more

insights  What is string theory?

String theory is a theoretical framework in physics that attempts to unify all known forces and particles in the universe. It posits that the...    Read more

science  How does Einstein's theory of relativity differ from preceding theories?

Einstein's theory of relativity is one of the most significant scientific breakthroughs in history. Prior to Einstein's theory, the prevailing view...    Read more

contact_support  What is the difference between Lorentz's and Einstein's theories of relativity?

Lorentz's theory of relativity was developed in the late 19th and early 20th century, while Einstein's theory of relativity was published in 1905 and...    Read more

scatter_plot  If I move at the speed of light and throw a stone forward, would it travel faster than light?

According to Einstein's theory of special relativity, the speed of light is an absolute limit that cannot be exceeded. This means that no matter how...    Read more

science  What is the theory of relativity, and did Einstein ever express doubts about its correctness?

The theory of relativity is a set of two interrelated physical theories proposed by Albert Einstein. The first one, called special relativity, was...    Read more

flare  Does light travel indefinitely, or does it dissipate over time?

Light is one of the most intriguing phenomena in the universe, and one of its most remarkable properties is that it travels at a constant speed in a...    Read more

science  How do you calculate the kinetic and potential energy of an object?

Kinetic energy is the energy an object possesses due to its motion, while potential energy is the energy an object possesses due to its position or...    Read more

speed  What is the speed of light?

The speed of light is a fundamental physical constant, denoted by the letter c. It is the speed at which electromagnetic radiation (such as light)...    Read more