| THE BEAUTY OF PHYSICS |
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Students, when they first encounter the subject known as physics, might experience thoughts similar to Alice's (Alice's Adventures in Wonderland) as she pondered the meaning of the poem Jabberwocky. Alice commented, "It seems pretty but, its rather hard to understand. Somehow it fills my head with ideas - only I don't know exactly what they are!" Although the concepts studied in physics may, at times, be a little
troublesome, the pleasure it gives can more than compensate for its
difficulty. Physics is considered to be a difficult subject because it
uses specific language - mathematics - that does not lend itself to the
expression of nebulous or imprecise thoughts. It is this language that
can ensure comprehension of the material being studied. Since one can
demonstrate proficiency in this subject, students can expect high
grades if they are diligent.The importance of physics in all our lives can not be overstressed. One
thousand years from now, when one is asked to list the most important
events of the 20th century, the discoveries of physics will top the
list. To live in this century and not include a little physics in your
intellectual diet may leave you mentally undernourished. |
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