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Particle Physics: Why Protons are Positive and Neutrons are Neutral (Mathematical Proof)
Murray Gell-Mann and George Zweig, two independent physicists, first proposed the idea of smaller constituent particles called quarks in...
Mysara Juairia Chowdhury
Aug 4, 20241 min read


Einstein's Theory of General Relativity Explained
Einstein’s Theory of General Relativity was published on November 25th, 1915. The theory, in simple terms, explains that gravity is not...
Skyler Siu
Aug 2, 20243 min read


Magnetars
As a result of a supernova collapse, either a black hole or a neutron star is formed. This article focuses on neutron stars, specifically...
Jeremy Zang
Jul 31, 20242 min read


How Do F1 Cars Go So Fast?
Formula One, or F1, is often known as the ‘pinnacle of motorsport’, with cars reaching speeds of up to 360 km/h. But what allows these...
Bennet Song
Jul 29, 20242 min read


How Will the Universe End?
The universe will end one day: it’s an inevitable event and will eventually happen. But how will it unfold, and why? Below, we’ll explore...
Kosei Minami
Jun 11, 20243 min read


LK-99, Superconductor?
Superconductivity is a popular research topic in modern physics and material science, due to its unprecedented and promising implications...
Juliana Luan
Jun 7, 20243 min read


Reflecting and refracting telescopes: what's the difference?
Since the dawn of humanity, humans have gazed up at the stars, yearning to explore the vast depths of the universe. Telescopes have been...
Toby He
Jun 5, 20243 min read


The Coffee-Ring Effect: Why does coffee leave an 'outline' when dried?
If you frequently drink coffee, chances are you may have spilled it or left a small puddle in your cup. If you leave the puddle of coffee...
Lydia Tan
May 24, 20243 min read


What Is Dark Matter?
Dark matter is one of the greatest mysteries in modern physics. It is a form of matter that cannot be seen directly, but its existence is...
Bennet Song
May 22, 20243 min read


Nuclear Physics: The Phenomenon of Nuclear Fusion
Nuclear fusion is the process by which two or more atomic nuclei come together to form a new nucleus and release a large sum of energy....
Skyler Siu
May 4, 20243 min read


Intro to Quantum Mechanics: Wave-Particle Duality
Quantum mechanics is the study of the properties of subatomic particles and their interactions with energy. Quantum mechanics describes...
Skyler Siu
Apr 24, 20243 min read


Nuclear Power: The Phenomenon of Decay
Have you ever heard of the Chernobyl disaster? In 1986, the Chernobyl disaster was recorded as one of the most severe nuclear power...
Toby He
Apr 20, 20243 min read


Nuclear Power: The Phenomenon of Fission
Up until December 2023, there are 413 nuclear power reactors operating across the globe with 61 undergoing construction and 110 more in...
Jeremy Zang
Apr 8, 20243 min read


Harnessing Solar Energy: How Solar Cells Work
Energy is an essential resource in our everyday lives. From our mobile phones to the air conditioners found in shopping malls, anything...
Lydia Tan
Apr 4, 20244 min read


Intro to Quantum Mechanics: Quantum Superposition
In a previous article, we explored the concept of wave-particle duality and how quantum entities exhibit both particle-like and wave-like...
Bennet Song
Mar 21, 20243 min read


Quantum Entanglement: Spooky Action at a Distance
Quantum mechanics is the study of the properties of subatomic particles and their interactions with energy. Quantum mechanics describes...
Skyler Siu
Mar 1, 20243 min read


The Basics of Aerodynamics
Aerodynamics is a field of physics that studies the motion of objects moving through air. Aerodynamics is crucial in understanding how...
Bennet Song
Feb 12, 20243 min read


How do Maglev Trains Work?
In the world, there are currently six commercial maglev trains in operation - three in China, two in South Korea, and one in Japan. These...
Lydia Tan
Jan 31, 20244 min read


How does Wireless Charging Work?
In recent years, technological innovation has brought us wireless charging, an inconspicuous yet convenient technology that is becoming...
Jeremy Zang
Jan 19, 20242 min read

Physics of Black Holes
A black hole is usually mistaken to be a void of space. However, it is a great amount of matter packed into a compact area. The power of...
Skyler Siu
Oct 12, 20233 min read
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