Thursday, May 17, 2012

Surfing For Surfing Physics?

Lizzie asks…2 Physics Questions 1 Regarding Waves Another Regarding A Manhole?Can somebody help me out with these qestions I don't understand how to answer either one.

1. All "manhole" covers are round. What disadvantage would a square manhole cover have for people working in the manhole?
2. What pushes you to shore when you are surfing?
A.You are pushed by the wave
B. You are continuously falling downhillNancy answers:#1 is a classic interview question. So, of course, it now appears on

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