Presents schemes for classifying the properties of matter and the conditions which may affect these properties. (WB)

Provides French equivalents of English terminology based on the CANDU nuclear reactors. (AM)

Describes geophysical techniques such as seismic, gravity, and magnetic surveys of offshare acreage, and land-data gathering from a three-dimensional representation made from closely spaced seismic lines. (MLH)

Shows that the entropy change during the temperature equilibration of an isolated collection of systems which may exchange heat (but not work) energy is positive when the constant-volume heat capacity of each system is a non-negative function of the temperature. (MLH)

Discusses the fact that physics research today is evolutionary rather than revolutionary, and deals with technological applications and new interdisciplinary areas. (MLH)

This paper describes the use of specially devised multiple-choice objective tests in outlining knowledge acquired before entry into university by newly enrolled physics undergraduates and in determining where gaps occur. (Author)

Students use tables of anthropometric data, their own measurements, underlying principles of physics, and math to solve a problem. The problem is to determine the height of a wall mirror, and where to mount it, so that 90% of the clientele can view their entire length without stretching or bending. (Author)

Describes how to make a string radio for a lesson on sound and string telephones. (NB)

Explains how to use the equation for frequency of vibration of a transversely oscillating bar or pipe with both ends free to vibrate to build a simple and inexpensive xylophone from a 3-meter section of copper pipe. The instrument produces a full major scale and can be used to investigate various musical intervals. (Author/NB)

Examined reasoning about physics principles within and across ontological kinds among 5- and 7-year-olds and adults. Found that all age groups tended to appropriately generalize what they learned across ontological kinds. Children assumed that principles learned with reference to one ontological kind were more likely to apply within that kind than…

Advances a number of theses concerning physics education based on the September 1996 edition of Physics Education in the hope that they might spark further critical debate. Contains 13 references. (JRH)

Investigates the conceptions and representations of light propagation, image formation, and sight typical to preinstruction learners (N=139). Findings indicate that preinstructional students display some familiarity with optical systems, light propagation, and illumination patterns and have not developed a consistent descriptive and explanatory…

Demonstrates how changes in air pressure cause air to move from one area to another causing wind. Includes an activity. (YDS)

Suggests that the physical meaning of work is closer to the colloquial meaning than any other terms in mechanics. Reviews history to show that force times distance was used to refer to the output of engines since the early 18th century, but none became widespread and 'work' quickly became the preferred term after G. Goriolis suggested it in 1829.…

Describes a program in a correctional institution that makes it possible for college-bound students to be trained and employed in the increasingly technological workplace. (JOW)