School for Champions!

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School for Champions by Ron Kurtus - online lessons for those seeking success

Welcome to the
School for Champions!

This is where you can learn to be a champion in your studies, business and personal life.
The School for Champions™ will help you achieve your dreams by:

• Assisting you with basic education and strategies for success,
• Providing you with principles to help you become a champion in whatever you do, and
• Encouraging you to champion worthy causes by helping others.

This site is a great vehicle to achieve your goals. People access lessons almost 1,000,000 times each month. Students and teachers from many colleges, high schools, and middle schools use the site. Also, 112 published books refer to the site as a reference.
Check the list of Subjects in the left column for your area of interest.



Subjects

1. Academic
2. Life issues
3. Professional

Academic

• Algebra
• Arithmetic
• Astronomy
• Biographies
• Chemistry
• Electricity
• Electro-Optics
• Grades in School
• Gravity
• History
• List Your College
• List Your High School
• List Your Mid. School
• Magnetism
• Physical Science
• Physics
• Mental Health
• Missile Defense
• Strategic Defense
• Speeches
• Static Electricity
• Sports
• Tests
• Writing Methods

Life issues

• Animal Health
• Behavior
• Champion in Life
• Character
• Communication
• Competition
• Cookware
• Excellence
• Handling Money
• Health
• Knowledge
• Life Success
• Mental Health
• Religion
• Senses
• Spiritual Health
• Value in Life
• Vitality
• Winning

Professional

• Business
• Career
• ColdFusion
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• Education
• e-Learning
• Entrepreneurship
• Fiction Writing
• Flash Development
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• ISO 9000
• List Your Company
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• Speaking to Groups
• Spiritual Health
• SQL Development
• Technical Writing
• Total Quality
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• Writing

 

[Tom]

This could come in handy for aspiring Science Fiction Writers

Succeed in Understanding Physics

Physics is a branch of Physical Science concerned with the study of the physical properties of matter. The knowledge of Physics is important for the development of the products we use. It is also an interesting and exciting subject of value in many walks of life.
There is a great need for people who understand scientific principles and know how to think logically. Your knowledge and skills in these areas can help you excel in school, advance your career or improve your business.
The purpose of these free online lessons is to give you a start at improving your scientific knowledge of physics that will help you become a champion in the field. If you have any questions, send us an email.

Note: We now have many lessons in audio, so you can read along the spoken word.​

Physics Contents

• Basics of Physics
• Motion
• Force
• Force of Gravitation and Gravity
• Friction Force
• Work and Energy
• Machines
• Heat and Thermodynamics
• Matter
• Particles of Matter
• States of Matter
• Fluids
• Electricity
• Static Electricity

• DC Electricity
• AC Electricity
• Magnetism
• Electromagnetism
• Wave Motion
• Sound waves - Acoustics
• Visible Light - Optics
• Electromagnetic Waves
• Resources
• Survey question
• Miscellaneous
• Astronomy
• Chemistry

Basics of Physics

Defining Physical Science - audio
Using Mathematics in Physical Science - audio
Fundamental Units of Measurement - audio
Using a Scientific Calculator
Sensors and Detectors - audio
Physics of Computer Games - audio
Jobs Using Physical Science - audio
Become a Champion in Physical Science - audio
Three Levels of a Champion in Science - audio
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Motion

Relative Motion, Speed, Velocity and Acceleration - audio
Newton's Laws of Motion - audio
Motion and the Law of Inertia - audio
Orbital Motion and Kepler's Laws - audio
Periodic Motion - audio
Pendulum Exhibits Periodic Motion - audio
Simple Pendulum Equations - audio
Newton's Cradle - audio
Derivation of Principles of Newton's Cradle
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Force

Characteristics of Force - audio
Units of Force
Force Affects Motion - audio
Force and Torque - audio
The Mysterious Force at a Distance - audio
Centripetal Force
Inertial and Real Forces
Centrifugal Force is Not Real
Fundamental Forces
Pressure is Force per Unit Area - audio
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Force of Gravity and Gravitation

Overview of Gravity and Gravitation
Gravity and Gravitation Resources
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Gravity topics

Overview of Force of Gravity
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Basics

Gravity Constant Factors
Equivalence Principle of Gravity
Mass, Weight and Gravity
Vectors and Convention for Direction
Horizontal Motion Unaffected by Gravity
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Derivations of equations

Overview of Gravity Equation Derivations
Derivation of Velocity-Time Gravity Equations
Derivation of Displacement-Time Gravity Equations
Derivation of Displacement-Velocity Gravity Equations
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Falling objects

Overview of Gravity Equations for Falling Objects
Velocity Equations for Falling Objects
Displacement Equations for Falling Objects
Time Equations for Falling Objects
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Projected downward

Overview of Gravity Equations for Objects Projected Downward
Velocity Equations for Objects Projected Downward
Displacement Equations for Objects Projected Downward
Time Equations for Objects Projected Downward
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Projected upward

Overview of Gravity Equations for Objects Projected Upward
Velocity Equations for Objects Projected Upward
Displacement Equations for Objects Projected Upward
Time Equations for Objects Projected Upward
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Gravity applications

Potential Energy of Gravity
Work by Gravity Against Inertia
Work Against Gravity and Inertia by an External Force
Effect of Gravity on Sideways Motion
Effect of Gravity on an Artillery Projectile
Gravity and Newton's Cannon
Escape Velocity from Gravity
Artificial Gravity
Center of Gravity
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Gravitation topics

Overview of Gravitation
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Theories

Theories of Gravitation
Law of Universal Gravitation
Universal Gravitation Equation
General Relativity Theory of Gravitation
Quantum Theory of Gravitation
Effect of Dark Matter and Dark Energy on Gravitation
Gravitation as a Fundamental Force
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Applications

Gravitational Speed
Similarity Between Gravitation and Electrostatic Forces
Equivalence Principles of Gravitation
Gravitational Potential Energy
Gravitational Force Between Two Objects
Cavendish Experiment to Measure Gravitational Constant
Gravitation and Center of Mass
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In the Universe

Influence of Gravitation in the Universe
Circular Gravitational Orbits
Circular Gravitational Orbit Examples
Length of Year for Objects in Gravitational Orbit
Gravitation Causes Tides on Earth
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Escape velocity

Gravitational Escape Velocity
Gravitational Escape Velocity Derivation
Gravitational Escape Velocity with Saturn V Rocket
Effect of Sun on Escape Velocity from Earth
Gravitational Escape Velocity for a Black Hole
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Friction Force

Resistive Force of Friction - audio
Uses, Advantages and Disadvantages of Friction - audio
Causes of Friction - audio
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Sliding friction

Standard Friction Equation
Changing Sliding Friction on Hard Surfaces - audio
Coefficient of Friction Values for Clean Surfaces - audio
Coefficient of Friction Values for Greased Surfaces - audio
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Rolling friction

Role of Friction in Starting Rolling Motion
Rolling Friction - audio
Rolling Friction and Automobile Tires - audio
Preventing Loss of Traction
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Fluid friction

Decreasing or Increasing Fluid Friction - audio
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Work and Energy

Work is a Result of Force
Types of Energy - audio
Kinetic Energy Concerns Movement of Matter
Relationship between Work and Kinetic Energy
Potential Energy
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Machines

Overview of Machines
Mechanical Advantage in Machines
Simple Machines
Lever is a Simple Machine
Tools Used to Perform Simple Tasks
Efficiency of Machines
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Heat and Thermodynamics

Thermal Energy is Total Kinetic Energy
Heat
Heat Transfer
Heat Transfer with Hot Coffee
Heat Transfer on Earth
Thermodynamics is Connection Between Heat and Work
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Temperature

Temperature is Average Thermal Energy
Temperature Measurement: Thermometers
Temperature Scales
Lower and Upper Temperature Limits
Equations for Temperature Limits
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Heating

Heating a Greenhouse
Thermal Insulation Prevents Heat From Escaping
Thermos Container has Good Insulation
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Matter

Definition of Matter
Theories of Matter
Kinetic Theory of Matter
Measurement of the Mass of Matter
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Particles of Matter

Structure of the Atom - audio
Atomic Weight
Subatomic Particles
Neutrons are Neutral Subatomic Particles
Are Atoms Tiny Solar Systems?
Antiparticles
Antimatter
Nuclear Reactions
Radioactivity
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Density

Density of Matter
Factors in Density of Matter
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States of Matter

States of Matter
Changing States of Matter
Pressure and States of Matter
Heat Required to Turn Ice into Steam - audio
Mpemba Effect: Hot Water Freezes before Cold
Evaporation
When Water Vapor Becomes Snow
Dry Ice
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Fluids

Characteristics of Fluids
Pressure in Fluids
How Objects Float in Fluids
Applications of Fluid Principles - audio
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Electricity and Magnetism

Electrical Charges - audio
Basics of Electricity
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Static Electricity

Basics of Static Electricity
Static Electricity Forces
Causes of Static Electricity
Electrostatic Induction
Detection of Static Electricity
Materials Causing Static Electricity
Static Electricity Sparks
Static Electricity and Lightning
Lightning Protection System
Static Electricity Shocks
Reducing or Preventing Static Electricity Shocks
Controlling Static Electricity
Overcoming Static Cling and Flyaway Hair
Generating Static Electricity
Uses for Static Electricity
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DC Electricity

Direct Current (DC) Electricity - audio
Direct Current (DC) Electrical Circuits - audio CHK
Ohm's Law for Electrical Circuits
DC Electricity Resources
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AC Electricity

Alternating Current (AC) Electricity - audio
Alternating Current (AC) Transformers - audio
Worldwide AC Voltages and Frequencies - audio
AC Home Wiring - audio
Electrical Power - audio
AC Electricity Resources
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Magnetism

Magnetism
Magnets
Detection of a Magnetic Field
Factors Determining Magnetic Properties
Classifications of Magnetic Materials
Moving Electrical Charges Create Magnetic Field
Magnetism and Lorentz Force
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Electromagnetism

Basics of Electromagnetism - audio
Generating Electrical Current - audio
Electromagnetic Devices and Inventions - audio
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Wave Motion

General Wave Motion - audio
Units of Frequencies and Wavelengths
Doppler Effect for Waveforms
Pulse Waves - audio
Waves and Obstacles - audio
Waveform Noise - audio
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Sound Waves - Acoustics

Sound Waves
Creating Sound Waves
Frequencies and Wavelengths of Sound
Speed of Sound in a Gas
Traveling Faster than Sound
Doppler Effect for Sound
Doppler Effect Equations for Sound
Making Sounds with Musical Instruments
Sound or Music from a String
Equation for Sound from a String
Thickness and Material Factors in Equation for Sound from a Wire
Detecting Sound Waves
How Obstacles Affect Sound Waves
Echoes - audio
Sound Amplified Over Water
Reproducing Sounds
Beat Frequencies in Sound
Acoustics in Buildings
Noise Reduction
Active Noise Cancellation
Hearing - Using your Senses
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Visible Light Waves - Optics

Visible Light
Speed of Light
Doppler Effect Equations for Light
Refraction of Light
Snell's Law for the Refraction of Light
Dispersion of Light
Optical Devices
Lasers
Laser Battle Game (Java applet)
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Electromagnetic Waves

Electromagnetic Waves - audio
Electromagnetic Spectrum
Infrared Radiation
Infrared, Gases and the Greenhouse Effect
X-rays
X-ray Characteristics
X-ray Generation
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Resources

General Physical Science Reader Feedback
Physics Resources
Astronomy Resources
Experiments and Science Fair Projects
Interactive Graded Tests
Biographies
List of Champion Schools
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[Tom]

Just a few more references for you writers

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• Succeed through Studying Biographies - School for Champions
  
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