Wednesday, May 16, 2007

Eddy Currents - Episode 23

Sure, Spiderman can stop a block of falling metal, but so can science! Find out how magnets force electrons to move around in little circles, which can cause a falling piece of metal to slow down and nearly stop. Magnetic brakes on your roller-coaster, anyone?

Science Theater Episode 23: Eddy Currents

2 comments:

Asya said...

Hi Dr. Carlson,
I think I had you as my 7th grade science teacher at Bigelow Middle School. I accidentally stumbled upon your blog while looking through Blogspot. I'm not sure if you remember me or if you even taught at Bigelow... Anyway, I'd also like to say that I love your blog because it is really cool.
Potentially your old student,
Asya

Dr. Matt J. Carlson said...

Yep. I taught at Bigelow for two years before I had to move to Indiana. I really enjoyed that school.

I recognize the name as well!

Thanks for the nice comments. Hope school is still treating you well.