1st and 2nd order linear differential equations with constant coefficients

  • Differential equation matcher
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    Differential Equation Matcher

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    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    2 out of 3

    Match the descriptions of physical processes to these differential equations.

  • The not-so-simple pendulum 2
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    The Not-So-Simple Pendulum 2

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    Things are roughened up and friction is now added to the approximate simple pendulum

  • Differential electricity
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    Differential Electricity

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    2 out of 3
    As a capacitor discharges, its charge changes continuously. Find the differential equation governing this variation.
  • The real hydrogen atom
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    The Real Hydrogen Atom

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    Dip your toe into the world of quantum mechanics by looking at the Schrodinger equation for hydrogen atoms

  • Phase space
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    Phase Space

    Age
    16 to 18
    Challenge level
    3 out of 3

    Explore the issues surrounding the concept of Phase Space.