Physics Around the Clock by Michael Banks

What does physics have to do with your morning coffee, a slice of pizza, boarding an airplane, or cutting your fingernails? More than you might think! Physics Around the Clock is a lively and accessible physics book that reveals the science hiding in everyday life. From cooking and commuting to sports, gardening, pets, games, and movie nights, this fascinating guide shows how the laws of physics shape the ordinary things we do every day. Written by Michael Banks, news editor of Physics World, the book follows a typical day from breakfast through the evening, using familiar activities as starting points for exploring physics and scientific principles. Discover the thermodynamics behind cooking the perfect pizza, how plate mechanics can help explain the physics of cutting your fingernails, and even what science can tell us about the most efficient way to board an airplane. Along the way, explore the physics of sports, gardening, animal movement, socializing, games, food, transportation, and everyday technology. Physical theories and experimental techniques become tools for looking at familiar experiences in a completely new way. Whether you’re a physics enthusiast, STEM student, science teacher, or simply curious about how the world works, Physics Around the Clock makes complex ideas approachable by connecting them to experiences you already know. From breakfast to bedtime, there’s physics everywhere. Look around, ask why, and discover the science of everyday life. Paperback | 304 Pages Author: Michael Banks