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121. Exploring Physics, from Eggshells to Oceans

People I (Mostly) Admire

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The Physics of Eggs and Explosives

This chapter dives into engaging physics experiments involving eggs, illustrating principles of angular momentum and gas pressure. It highlights a unique trick for pushing a boiled egg through a bottle neck and explores the moral considerations in the study of explosives. The discussion also covers groundbreaking experiments revealing molecular changes in a secondary explosive, emphasizing both safety and the beauty of physics in practical applications.

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