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Ph 101 - Order-of-Magnitude Physics

Ph 101

Order-of-Magnitude Physics

9 units (3-0-6)   |  third term

Emphasis will be on using basic physics to understand complicated systems. Examples will be selected from properties of materials, geophysics, weather, planetary science, astrophysics, cosmology, biomechanics, etc. Given in alternate years. Not offered 2025-26.

Published Date: Aug. 28, 2025