IN BRIEF Natural phenomenon of electrostatic discharge. Occurs during thunderstorms in clouds called cumulonimbus. Accumulation of electric charges causing tremendous voltages. Occurs between clouds or between a cloud and the ground. Can reach temperatures of 30,000 °C. The speed of the discharge can exceed 200,000 km/h. Lightning is a common natural electric arc. Potential impacts … Read more
IN BRIEF Recommended podcasts to discover physics. Varied topics, from elementary particles to astrophysics. Renowned speakers, including researchers and science communicators. Accessible and engaging format, ideal for all levels. Supplementary resources to deepen knowledge. Podcasts have become a valuable tool for those wanting to learn and get introduced to physics. Thanks to their accessible and … Read more
IN BRIEF Gravitational waves: oscillations of the curvature of space-time. Produced by cosmic events such as supernovae and black holes. Validation of general relativity by Albert Einstein in 1916. Detection possible thanks to installations like LIGO. Important consequences for modern astrophysics and the study of universes. Access to invisible phenomena that enrich our understanding of … Read more
IN BRIEF Origins of physics in ancient Greece, with philosophers such as Aristotle. Contributions of Greek engineers to the development of science. Evolution towards relativity with the works of Einstein. Impact of major discoveries, from Thales to Einstein. Fundamental concepts such as number and the theories of mechanics. Transformation of modern physics with the emergence … Read more