Physics Unplugged: Understanding the Forces Around Us
Ahmad Fields
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
Have you ever wondered why a ball rolls down a hill? Or how a lightbulb illuminates a room? If you're curious about the forces that govern our world, then "Physics Unplugged: Understanding the Forces Around Us" is for you. This engaging book explores the fundamental principles of physics through everyday examples and simple experiments.
Discover the mysteries of gravity, motion, energy, and other fundamental forces. Delve into the world of waves, light, electricity, and magnetism. Learn about the atom and the vastness of the universe. Each concept is explained in clear and concise language, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds.
With numerous real-world applications and thought-provoking discussions, "Physics Unplugged" will help you understand the fascinating world of physics and its relevance in our daily lives. Prepare to unlock a new understanding of the universe around you and inspire a lifelong fascination with science.
Duration - 2h 53m.
Author - Ahmad Fields.
Narrator - Digital Voice Michelle G.
Published Date - Sunday, 19 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2024 Joseph Barnes ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. Have you ever wondered why a ball rolls down a hill? Or how a lightbulb illuminates a room? If you're curious about the forces that govern our world, then "Physics Unplugged: Understanding the Forces Around Us" is for you. This engaging book explores the fundamental principles of physics through everyday examples and simple experiments. Discover the mysteries of gravity, motion, energy, and other fundamental forces. Delve into the world of waves, light, electricity, and magnetism. Learn about the atom and the vastness of the universe. Each concept is explained in clear and concise language, making it accessible to readers of all backgrounds. With numerous real-world applications and thought-provoking discussions, "Physics Unplugged" will help you understand the fascinating world of physics and its relevance in our daily lives. Prepare to unlock a new understanding of the universe around you and inspire a lifelong fascination with science. Duration - 2h 53m. Author - Ahmad Fields. Narrator - Digital Voice Michelle G. Published Date - Sunday, 19 January 2025. Copyright - © 2024 Joseph Barnes ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1: The Physics of Everyday Life 1
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Introduction to Physics: The Science of the Universe 1
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Why Study Physics? Its Relevance in Our Daily Lives 3
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The Scientific Method: Asking Questions and Finding Answers 5
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Chapter 2: Gravity: The Force That Holds Us Down 8
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What is Gravity? Exploring the Invisible Force 8
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The Story of Gravity: From Ancient Philosophers to Newton's Law 10
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Gravity in Action: Falling Objects, Tides, and Planetary Motion 12
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Chapter 3: Motion: The Physics of Movement 15
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Describing Motion: Position, Displacement, Velocity, and Acceleration 15
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Uniform and Non-uniform Motion: Understanding Different Types of Movement 17
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The Laws of Motion: Newton's First, Second, and Third Laws 20
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Chapter 4: Forces: Pushing, Pulling, and Everything in Between 23
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What are Forces? Defining and Measuring Forces 23
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Types of Forces: Contact Forces (Normal, Friction, Tension) and Non-contact Forces (Gravity, Magnetic) 25
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The Net Force: Combining Forces and Understanding Motion 28
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Chapter 5: Energy: The Ability to Do Work 31
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What is Energy? Different Forms of Energy (Kinetic, Potential, Thermal, etc.) 31
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Conservation of Energy: Energy Cannot be Created or Destroyed, Only Transformed 34
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Energy in Everyday Life: Power Plants, Batteries, and Our Bodies 36
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Chapter 6: Work and Power: Understanding Effort and Efficiency 39
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Work: The Transfer of Energy through Force and Displacement 39
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Power: The Rate at which Work is Done 41
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Applications of Work and Power: Machines, Engines, and Human Performance 42
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Chapter 7: Heat and Temperature: The Physics of Hot and Cold 45
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Defining Heat and Temperature: Distinguishing between Energy Transfer and Energy Level 45
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Measuring Heat and Temperature: Thermometers and Calorimeters 47
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Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation 49
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Chapter 8: Waves: Traveling Disturbances 52
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What are Waves? Transverse and Longitudinal Waves 52
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Wave Properties: Amplitude, Wavelength, Frequency, and Speed 53
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Sound Waves: The Physics of Hearing 55
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Chapter 9: Light: The Electromagnetic Spectrum 59
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The Nature of Light: Waves and Particles 59
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The Electromagnetic Spectrum: From Radio Waves to Gamma Rays 62
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Light Interaction with Matter: Reflection, Refraction, Diffraction 64
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Chapter 10: Electricity: The Flow of Charge 67
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Static Electricity: Charges at Rest 67
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Electric Current: The Flow of Charges 69
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Circuits: Controlling the Flow of Electricity 71
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Chapter 11: Magnetism: The Force of Attraction and Repulsion 74
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Magnetic Fields: Invisible Forces Around Magnets 74
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Electromagnetism: The Relationship Between Electricity and Magnetism 76
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Applications of Magnetism: Motors, Generators, and Magnetic Resonance Imaging 78
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Chapter 12: Nuclear Physics: The Atom and Beyond 81
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The Structure of the Atom: Protons, Neutrons, and Electrons 81
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Nuclear Reactions: Fission and Fusion 83
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Radioactivity: Unstable Nuclei and Their Applications 86
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Chapter 13: The Universe: From Galaxies to Black Holes 90
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The Big Bang Theory: The Beginning of the Universe 90
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Galaxies and Stars: The Building Blocks of the Universe 92
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Black Holes: Objects of Infinite Density and Gravity 94
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Chapter 14: The Future of Physics: Exploring the Unknown 96
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The Search for New Discoveries: Dark Matter, Dark Energy, and Beyond 96
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The Future of Physics Research: From Fundamental Particles to the Universe's Fate 98
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The Importance of Scientific Curiosity and Innovation in Shaping Our Future 101
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