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The Physics of Soccer Explained Through the Magnus Effect
Original: The Physics of Soccer Explained | The Magnus Effect
A science explainer is breaking down how the Magnus effect works in soccer, describing how a spinning ball curves in flight because of pressure differences in the air around it. The principle helps explain free kicks and bending shots, and interest in connecting everyday sports to physics concepts continues to draw attention from students and fans alike.
Why now: Physics-in-sports explainers are popular for making science relatable, and soccer's iconic curved shots are a classic example.
Rank over time, top of the chart is #1. 7 snapshots from 9 h ago to 52 min ago.
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- The Physics of Soccer Explained | The Magnus Effect · Britannica
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