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December 1991
ISSN 0031-9228
EISSN 1945-0699
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Calculus‐Based Physics Without Lectures
Physics Today 44 (12), 24–31 (1991);
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.881276
Computer tools and kinesthetic apparatus play key roles in a novel approach to introductory physics that takes into account both time‐honored ideas about learning and findings from recent educational research.
Polar Stratospheric Clouds and the Ozone Hole
Physics Today 44 (12), 34–42 (1991);
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.881277
Clouds of frozen nitric acid particles that form in the polar winter stratosphere are a crucial element in the massive springtime ozone depletion over Antarctica.
Nasa's Small Explorer Program
Physics Today 44 (12), 44–51 (1991);
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.881278
Its goal is to give scientists ready access to space by using expendable vehicles to provide frequent and relatively inexpensive launches of highly focused scientific satellites.
Washington Reports
Washington Ins & Outs: With Thompson's Sudden Flight, NASA Seeks a Challenging Critic
Physics Today 44 (12), 57 (1991);
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2810349
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Books
Electroweak Interactions: An Introduction to the Physics of Quarks and Leptons
Physics Today 44 (12), 70–71 (1991);
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2810361
Mathematical Analysis and Numerical Methods for Science and Technology
Physics Today 44 (12), 72–73 (1991);
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2810363
Elementary Fluid Dynamics and a Mathematical Introduction to Fluid Mechanics
Physics Today 44 (12), 73–74 (1991);
https://doi.org/10.1063/1.2810364
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Grete Hermann’s ethical philosophy of physics
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