A carefully placed pin floats on water despite of it being denser than water. The force that keeps the pin floated is not buoyancy and is called surface tension. It is the property of…
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There are undoubtedly several different teaching techniques that one can employ when teaching a science, but few are truly effective. But how do we identify which teaching technique is most effective, and what are…
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Quantum mechanics is a topic taught in JC physics tuition classes that frequently instills fear in some. However, it is not as intricate as it may seem. As with any topic in science, it…
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Pupils who are enrolled in physics, as one of their subjects, often feel overwhelmed with the workload involved, which tends to threaten their interest, and early career development, in the subject. This is due…
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We have all seen a form of light – but there is much more to it than meets the eye. Light is electromagnetic radiation that travels in the form of a wave and can…
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Have you ever wondered why materials such as magnets exist, and how they work? Well, the principles behind it makes it a rather interesting subject. A magnetic field is produced by electric currents which…
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2016 and 2015 Holiday Programme JC Physics tuition classes are out! Do contact us to find out more!…
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Newton’s Laws Sir Isaac Newton, the man who developed the first theories of gravitation, also introduced the three laws of motion. These laws essentially changed the field of physics in an astounding manner –…
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The Chaos Theory is a mathematical theory which applies to many disciplines, especially physics. It is essentially based on the complexity of nature, and deals with the unpredictable – such as the weather or…
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There exists many branches and interdisciplinary fields of physics – many of which are related to research-intensive careers. After graduating with a major in physics, there are many career options available to choose from,…
