What is the Magnus Effect? | Neil deGrasse Tyson Explains...
July 8, 2022
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as posted by the channelWhat is the Magnus Effect? On this episode, Neil deGrasse Tyson and co-hosts Chuck Nice and Gary O’Reilly explore the physics and aerodynamics of a spinning ball.
How does a rising fastball work? We discuss this perplexing phenomenon in baseball: Is the ball actually rising? Learn about how the height of the pitcher’s mound and the height of the pitcher impact the game. How does spin impact the atmosphere around it? Discover the Magnus Effect and the aerodynamics behind tricky pitches like curveballs and knuckleballs. Plus, a new pitch called the “Chuck Speed” pitch.
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