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Is Space Cold or Hot?
Such a simple question, and yet not the simplest answer. In order to better understand this question, we must first understand the difference between heat and temperature. That’s right…they are not the same thing! But why? It may seem counter-intuitive … Continue reading
Hot Water vs. Cold Water
I recently came across a really cool phenomenon, and I feel compelled to share it with you. We’re going to consider a thought experiment, something Albert Einstein and other scientists love(d) to have. In this experiment, we envision two pails … Continue reading