Basic Instructions by Scott Meyer for March 19, 2009

Incidently, there’s a book titled ‘Newtonian Physics’ so I guess it does exist. I don’t understand the difference so much though. Physics and mechanics should be unified.

Classical (Newtonian) mechanics is a part of physics, as are quantum mechanics, electrostatics, electrodynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, magnetics, optics and so on. By using the term “physics” for both “mechanics” disciplines, I think he’s emphasizing the whole mindset by which we approach physical problems. These are two paradigms that affect how we look at the entire field of physics. The witty dialog has always been my main attraction to this strip, but I think Scott got a little tired by the last panel. The punch line seems weak to me. Not that I have any right to complain…I couldn’t even think up a topic much less explore it as he does.

Ray C - We ALL has a raht ter complian. Thats one of the thangs whut makes ussens Murkins.

That took way too long to post… I think I confused the nannybot.

wuz two… “…like a blackhole to your nova of a post.”

You mean, a lot heavier and not nearly as bright? hee hee hee

wuz two - no problem, I had not meant the statement in an accusing manner :) … and well put Ray C.