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Electrostatic Equilibrium
New ReviewLearn the key principles of electrostatic equilibrium in this clear and engaging physics lesson from Flipping Physics. Discover why the electric field inside a conductor is zero, how excess charges distribute themselves on the surface,...
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Buoyancy
New ReviewA visual story about buoyancy, two submerged spheres, a force sensor, and a digital scale.
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AP Physics 1 Exam Cram: Full Curriculum in 30 Minutes
New ReviewGet ready to crush the AP Physics 1 exam with this complete 30-minute review of the entire course! This video covers every major topic from Units 1 through 8, including kinematics, dynamics, energy, momentum, rotation, harmonic motion,...
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Why does Ketchup Flow so Slowly?
New ReviewExplore the fundamentals of viscosity and how it impacts fluid flow. Learn why water moves easily while ketchup flows slowly through this clear and engaging physics explanation.
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Laminar vs. Turbulent Flow: Candle Smoke Explained
New ReviewLearn the difference between laminar and turbulent flow through the example of rising candle smoke. See how slow, steady flow turns chaotic as speed increases—perfect for students studying fluid dynamics.
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Electric Potential Energy Explained
New ReviewDive deep into the concept of electric potential energy with Mr. P and the Flipping Physics crew! In this engaging physics lesson, we explore how electric potential energy compares to gravitational potential energy, using a thought...
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AP Physics 1 Unit 1: Stumbling Blocks - Kinematics
New ReviewMaster the fundamentals of AP Physics 1 Unit 1: Kinematics with this clear, example-driven walkthrough of common stumbling blocks students face. We’ll break down how instantaneous velocity differs from average velocity, why “negative...
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Bernoulli’s Principle with Paper and Hair Dryer
New ReviewLearn how Bernoulli’s Principle helps create lift using a simple demo with a paper strip and hair dryer. Physics made clear, fun, and free with Mr. P!
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What Line Is That Anyway?
New ReviewStruggling with sketching graphs on the AP® Physics exams? In this video, Mr. P from Flipping Physics shares essential graphing tips learned as an AP Physics Reader, including why rulers matter, how to avoid common sketching mistakes,...
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Demonstrating Torricelli’s Theorem with a Rain Barrel
Explore Torricelli’s Theorem in a real-world experiment with a rain barrel! Learn how to derive the equation, calculate fluid speed, and apply it to projectile motion to predict where water will land. This hands-on demonstration brings...
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Deriving Torricelli's Theorem using Bernoulli's Equation
Discover Torricelli’s Theorem, a fascinating result derived from Bernoulli’s Equation! Learn how to calculate the speed of fluid flowing out of a spigot in a large reservoir, why fluid density cancels out, and how this relates to the...
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AP Physics 1 Unit 8 Review: Fluids
Get ready to master Unit 8: Fluids for AP Physics 1! This video covers key topics like density, pressure, buoyant force, ideal fluid flow, Bernoulli’s Principle, and Torricelli’s Theorem. Learn with clear explanations and fun...
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AP Physics 1 Unit 7 Review: Oscillations
Master Unit 7 Oscillations for AP Physics 1 with this comprehensive review! Dive into the concepts of periodic motion and simple harmonic motion (SHM) as we explore mass-spring systems, pendulums, and energy transformations in SHM....
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Solving Fluid Flow with Bernoulli’s Equation
Dive into fluid dynamics with this step-by-step walkthrough of a challenging Bernoulli's equation problem. Learn how to calculate the radius of a pipe using ideal fluid flow, volumetric flow rate, and pressure differences. Whether you're...
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7 Fun Demos of Bernoulli’s Principle Explained
Discover the magic of Bernoulli’s Principle through 7 engaging and fun demonstrations! Learn how an increase in fluid speed leads to a decrease in pressure and see how this principle is key to airplane flight, suspended ping pong balls,...
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Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems: AP Physics 1, Unit 6 Review
Dive into Unit 6 of AP Physics 1: Energy and Momentum of Rotating Systems! This video covers rotational kinetic energy, torque, work, angular momentum, rolling without slipping, and conservation laws. Watch as we connect linear and...
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Rotational Kinematics: AP Physics 1, Unit 5a Review
In this video, I break down Rotational Kinematics, the first part of Unit 5 for AP Physics 1. From angular displacement to centripetal acceleration, we cover key concepts crucial for mastering rotational motion. You'll learn about key...
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Calculating Buoyant Force on a Submerged Sphere
Learn how to calculate the buoyant force acting on a steel sphere submerged in water! This demonstration covers the physics behind buoyant force, free body diagrams, and Newton’s Third Law. We'll use measurements and calculations to show...
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Buoyant Force Demonstration with Steel and Oak Spheres
Discover the fascinating interplay between buoyant force, Newton’s third law, and free body diagrams in this hands-on physics demonstration. We explore how forces interact when a steel or oak sphere displaces water in a beaker on a...
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Bernoulli's Principle Derivation
Explore the fascinating physics behind Bernoulli’s Principle, which describes how fluid pressure changes with speed and height. In this video, we derive Bernoulli’s Equation step-by-step, breaking it down into simple, understandable...
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Torque and Rotational Inertia: AP Physics 1, Unit 5b Review
Prepare for the AP Physics 1 Exam with this comprehensive review of the second half Unit 5! In this video, we cover torque, rotational inertia, rotational equilibrium, and the rotational forms of Newton’s laws. Learn key concepts,...
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Bernoulli's Principle Derivation
Explore the fascinating physics behind Bernoulli’s Principle, which describes how fluid pressure changes with speed and height. In this video, we derive Bernoulli’s Equation step-by-step, breaking it down into simple, understandable...
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Continuity Equation for Ideal Fluid Flow - Derivation
In this video, we break down the derivation of the continuity equation for ideal fluid flow! Learn how the equation explains why fluid velocity increases as the cross-sectional area of a pipe decreases, such as when you narrow the end of...