This chapter delves into the concepts of momentum, angular momentum, force, and torque in physics, relating them to movement in sports and choreography. The discussion includes explanations on torque, lever arms, and levers, emphasizing the importance of leverage in physics. It also covers multiple axes of rotation, moment of inertia, and the intermediate axis theorem, providing insights into how these concepts affect the behavior of objects in motion.
What are the physics present at the Olympics? Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly with the help of Charles Liu, explore the science in some of the newest additions to the Games with pro-breakdancer RoxRite and freestyle BMX rider Nikita Ducarroz.
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