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A Physicist's Favorite Function

Michael Penn via YouTube

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Explore a humorous 21-minute video that delves into a physicist's favorite mathematical function through a quirky love story analogy. Discover the importance of continuity in mathematical functions as the narrator recounts a tale of romance between Elder Chalk and his future wife. Learn about the concept of piecewise functions and why continuity is often preferred in physics. Gain insights into mathematical concepts while enjoying a lighthearted narrative that blends mathematics with everyday life experiences.

Syllabus

a physicist's favorite "FUNCTION"

Taught by

Michael Penn

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