The Physics of Superheroes, the Sequel

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The Physics of Superheroes, the Sequel

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Mar 28, 2013

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Holy Δx Δp ≥ ℏ/2 Batman! Theoretical physicist Michio Kaku joins us for another discussion of superheroes and the amazing physics behind their incredible powers.

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