Physics

Essays on physics, the study of matter, force and energy

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It's Relative

Einstein's famous Theory of Relativity is described in simple non-mathematical terms. It is one of the great ideas of 20th Century science.

Quantum Mechanics

The Quantum Theory is another great idea of 20th Century science. This is a brief introduction with no mathematics.

The Electromagnetic Spectrum

A historical account of the discovery of the electromagnetic spectrum and its uses in Astronomy. Radio waves, infra-red, visible light, ultra violet, X-rays and gamma rays are explained.

The States of Matter

An overview of the four states of matter: solid, liquid, gas and plasma. Explanations of crystals, conductors, solutions, the gas laws, phase diagrams and much more.

Sub-Atomic Particles

An introduction to the world of leptons, mesons, baryons, quarks and the quantum laws and forces that control them.

A reference for the world standard system of measurement, the Metric System. Also included are values for important physical constants and conversion factors for the few countries that do not use the metric system.

External Physics Links

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PhysLink
The latest physics news and links to lots of physics sites. Some excellent reference material.

Richard Dawkins
This unofficial site contains quotes and writings from Richard Dawkins.

Worksheet Library
School resource site for various ages.

HappyChild
is an excellent educational resource for children, full of interesting information.

Physics

Essays on physics, the study of matter, force and energy

Essays

It's Relative

Quantum Mechanics

The Electromagnetic Spectrum

The States of Matter

Sub-Atomic Particles

The Metric System

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Astronomy

Chemistry

Mathematics

External Physics Links