To help celebrate the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ) Physics World, the magazine of the Institute of Physics, has compiled a collection of quantum-themed articles. Quantum Briefing 2025 covers "the history, mystery and industry of quantum mechanics" and marks 100 years since Werner Heisenberg formulated the mathematical basis for quantum mechanics while … Continue reading Quantum Mechanics: history and mystery
Web of Confusion
A bit of light reading today, given that some of you sat a GCSE Chemistry paper this morning... I'm very proud to report that a short article I wrote for Physics World has been moved outside the magazine's pay-wall so it is now available for everyone to read. It concerns confusing information on the Internet … Continue reading Web of Confusion
What next?
Those of you who were in my last Y11 classes have now finished your GCSE Physics course but I hope this won't be the end of your physics learning. I've previously given some ideas about ways to extend your physics knowledge (see the Just for Fun category) and I'm going to give a few more … Continue reading What next?
Cool calculations
It's a hot day and you want a cold drink: how long will it take for your chosen beverage to be chilled to its ideal temperature? Fortunately, there's a neat little online calculator that will give you the answer and save you the effort of constantly checking to see whether the drink is ready to … Continue reading Cool calculations
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