How to Understand Physics Intuitively?

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

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[@ronnieirvin8340]

thank u really

[@Robi-m4d]

Can anyone here imagine what kind of world we would live in if every KZbinr/creator created such valuable and sustainable content where you can learn so much from it?

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Glad you like my content 😊

[@muadib.c]

@@SamuelBoschMIT@Could you recommend a channel to learn Chemistry like the ones you gave for Physics. I’d really appreciate

[@squishygaming3325]

You just gotta get that algorithm right. Instagram and twitter is the same way.

[@Deoxys_da2]

World of nerds

[@Robi-m4d]

This would be fucking awesome bro :)@@Deoxys_da2

[@Mohammed-s3r5f]

2D: lines and dots 4D: i can see behind you like ur content and like the content behind u

[@nirengineer]

Hi I'm from Indonesia, it's very sad considering that here teachers only give assignments and teach physics and mathematics like "we are robots programmed to solve equations" instead of understanding the fundamentals and essence as you explained, thank you, you should have more subs like 1 million🔥🔥🔥

[@douglasstrother6584]

Matt Sands (smoking the cigarette in the background) deserves a big shout-out for motivating improvements to Cal Tech's Physics Courses in the early 60's that lead to "The Feynman Lectures" and translating Feynmanese into English. I was fortunate to have Matt Sands as my Undergrad Thesis Advisor at UC Santa Cruz. He burned through a lot of red pens teaching me to write Physics well!

[@gulianophys]

For those interested in the quantum mechanics example, it's worth mentioning Ehrenfest's theorem which basically states that averages behave classically. Since you mentioned Schrödinger anyway.

[@mohammedtassowuff1936]

thank youu!

[@strokiee]

Why is probability of x=0, zero? He said there are two areas where that is possible right?

[@gulianophys]

Mapping it to the rollercoaster problem is as if you're treating it classically. Basically, since E=0 everything above the x-axis is a (classically) forbidden area because with E = V + K, you would need negative kinetic energy at that point since V > E there.

[@Stoic_Persistence]

Excellent content. I always tell myself I can improve at anything in life or in school trough practice. Trying to understand the intuition behind a problem or theory is how you improve. Even IQ Test score can be improved.

[@shubhamdas3586]

This is so helpful, thank you so much Samuel 🎉

[@peteranguiloso9521]

thank you for this video. Right now i'm in the topic of electric fields, and its been so hard for me to understand, i'm gonna try what you're saying. Hopefully it'll make things clearer

[@Anonymous-jt5ng]

Wtf same but I never really understood physics I have been trying so hard but still I have no idea about the problem solving. I understand the topics but when it comes to problem solving I'm blank

[@omarwest2430]

Nice analogy, very grounded and simple to understand... But I wonder what kind intuition is behind you wearing a scarf over a t-shirt 😂

[@erinxhsu]

fashion 💅🏼

[@omarwest2430]

@@erinxhsu Yeah, like wearing sunglasses at night

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

It’s a fashion statement 🤪

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Also, it’s a polo shirt and not a t-shirt hahahahah

[@MrTropius89]

omg! you would have been a great university lecturer

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

I was actually going to teach MIT’s 8.01 lecture, but ended up leaving MIT a few weeks before the start. Part of me misses it. Teaching is fun

[@hackerdark4729]

Love from India ❤

[@utube-o1j]

Point is ,physics is by it's very nature 'abstract', trying to make sense out of it is like hitting head against a wall. So called pure science pursuers (you can find them in universities wasting resources, generally they have very big ego quotient) tend to forget that they are not expected to make sense or have intuition, hence no proff cares about you actually learning applications. If you want to have intuition then you have something called 'Engineering' the word itself means 'to create'. Physics is like last rites of any knowledge. See for example steam engine! It was engineer who built it, thermodynamics developed later on. Inventor of wheel didn't wrote research papers or solved PDEs to design a wheel. It's the beauty of engineering, it's lively,physics is dead! You have intuition first, you can't develop intuition by cramming equations, equations are there to articulate the intuition, equations are skeletons they have no life!

[@frogstud]

11:53 the irony is that the previous example was quantum mechanics and a tool you mention later is f equals ma 😅

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

The whole point is that you can map everything down to simple physical systems (which are the F=ma systems)

[@karbon2968]

Thanks for reminding me that I am procrastinating :( Gotta go studying for the IPHO again ;)

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Let’s goooooo 📈📈📈

[@nicoleni7192]

same

[@Hussain-qt5ti]

Could I please ask you a question? I am curious about your career path. Like you, I am very passionate about Physics, but my father advised me to go into AI and CS-related fields because they have "better career opportunities." I thought these fields were miles apart from Physics, and it's difficult for me to force myself to study for these classes. I just wanna do physics. But u seemed to have changed your career path entirely from Physics to AI, Quantum Computing, and CS. So I just wanted to ask - how and why did you do that? Did u get bored of physics? Are these fields even related to physics? I am sorry if these questions sound dumb to you but it would be very helpful if you could please answer them. Thank you so much!

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

That’s a great question. I think I answer most of your questions in my video called “I quit my MIT PhD”, talking about this. To study physics, you’ve really gotta be sure that that is what you want. Because career prospects are much better in AI, for example. But if you hate doing it, then there is obviously no point in forcing yourself. However, physics can also often turn out very differently from what you might expect

[@SahilZen42]

I also have interest in physics but I had decided to pursue AI first' bcz then I think it will be helpful for me to apply what I've learned from AI to physics. Btw inform me if you want to pursue physics we can do something remarkable together. AI + Physics❤️

[@ayusmitaray9633]

Amazing ! Please keep uploading such videos ..it really inspires me and makes me curious about physics as a teen 😊

[@bernardoabreu4910]

Thanks for the video!

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

You're welcome!

[@lukabranko2016]

Is irodov sufiient for croatia physics competition?

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

I’d say it’s mostly sufficient. If you add some past Croatian competition problems to it, that would be perfect 🙃

[@sorinacho9]

I really appreciate all your videos ! Yet, I am wondering.. why did you want to share all of this amazing information if you just droped out of the PHD at MIT ?

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

I make videos that add value. What I say in this video is valuable and nobody else shared it on KZbin. Whether I am still working in physics or not doesn’t change this

[@sorinacho9]

@@SamuelBoschMIT I do totaly agree, what you just sharèd is absolutely insane and I want to thank you once again !

[@jonyjonjala1768]

Thank you for your video Robo Bosch

[@AAAA-xo4pu]

4D is simple to imagine for example if a person stands still in a room for some time, that room and the person would stay in the same place however they are moving in time dimension which means they are changing over time. think of it like this, assuming this video represents a 3D world so every frame is a 3D world and the stack of the frames creates the 4th D that you are able to forward and backward it.

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

I meant physical dimensions, and not time :)

[@ShlokParab]

14:19 Till now, I thought he was saying "Leonard Saskin", even the captions say that! When he mentioned his book it clicked to me that it's actually "Leonard Susskind" (and Art Friedman)

[@markkennedy9767]

6:30 lmao my man calling out Leonard Susskind about having intuition for QFT and GR- I love it. I always wonder about this as well- is the intuition at that level really just mathematical intuition/maturity with any physical intuition being dragged kicking and screaming with it.

[@s3rnois]

a two dimensional world i believe would be just a bunch of lines, atleast that is how an observer inside of that world would see it. maybe that observer could judge the proximity of those lines in a way we do with objects in the third dimension.

[@iamtea3438]

Nice video! I like how you explain the idea of solving physics problems and the examples you give. Also about 05:38, not even considering that our world is not what we see and that space is apparently a subjective sense that humans developed through evolution, like sense of time (en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Holographic_principle), but also our eyes can only see a 2d projection that is entepretured by our brains into a 3d picture which means that the statement should instead sound like "I bet you can't even imagine how the world around you actually looks like", but overall that's a decent video, thank you!

[@telugufacts7126]

You are right when I learned something new I felt that I had already known it which drove me crazy😂

[@krishgupta963]

Love you bro 💓

[@devanhill2330]

Since this is your most recent video, I feel like I am justified posting this hear. You had a detailed video of why you quit your PhD, but I didn't quite get my question answered. I have decided that is the path I want for myself, but it looks like I won't get into my dream program. What are your thoughts on going to graduate school at universities that aren't your first choice?

[@Project_Preserve_]

If the total energy of the particle is 0 how did it travel down the curve at 10:08 ? Could you kindly explain the approach to this problem ?

[@sirloollonator]

Ich muss bis nächsten Mittwoch zwei Leistungskurse fürs Abi wählen, Ich priorisiere da auch gerade Physik (und Informatik)!

[@gangstaflower2262]

Habt ihr Informatik als Abi Leistungskurs ?

[@sirloollonator]

@@gangstaflower2262Ja, seit einem Jahr xD

[@novamisponge5325]

Sind schöne Abifächer. Können auch mal anspruchsvoll sein aber es lohnt sich

[@onclimber5067]

ich hab letztes Jahr Abi geschrieben mit Physik und Info as LK. Würde sofort beides wieder wählen, besonders Physik hatte mir Spaß gemacht. Informatik war auch ganz nice aber wenn man da schon vorher bisschen was gemacht hat war es relativ langweilig. Insgesamt beides nice Fächer fürs Abi. Sag bescheid wenn du noch iwelche Fragen für die Fächerwahl hast oder sonst fürs Abi :D

[@sirloollonator]

@@onclimber5067 Tatsächlich ein bisschen, da ich mir bei Info nicht so sicher bin, denn dadurch müsste ich viel mehr Schulstunden in der Woche drücken und mich in Mathe mündlich prüfen lassen, da bin ich mir nicht so sicher, ob ich das wirklich will.

[@21victini]

You have amazing communication skills. You should consider teaching, I am sure you will safe a lot of students lol. Keep it up btw

[@elliottwadewitz3789]

For the possibility of 4D visualization have a look at mathematician Bill Thurston.

[@fdddd2023]

what type of visa do you have?

[@gotaro69]

Seconded

[@StudyJee-yx5hq]

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[@abdelkaioumbouaicha]

📝 Summary of Key Points: 📌 Jeff Bezos, despite studying theoretical physics, struggled with intuitive understanding of physics compared to his classmates. The ability to solve complex physics problems quickly involves mapping them to simpler, intuitive concepts. 🧐 Developing physical intuition involves connecting abstract physics problems to basic, intuitive understanding of the physical world we experience daily. This mapping process allows for quicker problem-solving and a deeper grasp of physics concepts. 🚀 To enhance physical intuition, focus on mastering fundamental tools and concepts in physics before delving into advanced topics. Problem-solving practice is crucial for developing intuition, and resources like MIT lectures, Leonard Susskind's lectures, and Feynman lectures can aid in this process. 💡 Additional Insights and Observations: 💬 Quotable Moments: "All of these abstract and complicated physics problems can be mapped to very simple problems such as objects colliding, accelerating due to forces, or falling down, which align with our natural intuition." 📊 Data and Statistics: No specific data or statistics were mentioned in the video transcript. 🌐 References and Sources: References to resources like MIT lectures, Leonard Susskind's lectures, Feynman lectures, and Brilliant.org were highlighted as valuable tools for learning physics intuitively. 📣 Concluding Remarks: Developing physical intuition in physics involves connecting complex problems to simple, intuitive concepts rooted in our everyday experiences. By mastering basic tools and problem-solving skills, individuals can enhance their understanding of physics and tackle more advanced topics effectively. Utilizing resources like online lectures, textbooks, and problem-solving platforms can aid in this learning journey. Generated using TalkBud

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Did you put the video captions into ChatGPT? 😂

[@coachman1532]

….nerd

[@vishwanath05]

hey Samuel, liked your video, I'm a 8th grader preparing for IPhO, and I really am not understanding problems in Work-Energy Theorem, can you make a specific video about it

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Good luck with the preparations! I am sure there are great videos out there for this specific problem. I don’t do such specific videos on my youtube channel as it wouldn’t be interesting for 99% of my viewers. But I’m sure you can find something among the resources I shared in the video descrit

[@kr_stars]

2D World; First thing that came to my mind was a flat cartesian plane

[@noname-ed2un]

I'm doing ap physics and I'm not really understanding the basics concepts. I tey practicing but it doesn't stick in my head, and the youtube videos only seem to give me surface level understanding of the work

[@Gigusx]

I'm guessing that's not completely what it is, but you do make it sound as if the understanding is just supposed to come to you out of nowhere... that's not gonna happen. You have to make it make sense to you and build on what you already know. It has to start somewhere, and surface level understanding is a great start, so just build on that but remember to be active in your learning.

[@luug1554]

In your math learning video you recommended the Art of Problem Solving series. If I read all of them, would I have the mathematical knowledge to understand the Feynman Lectures?

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

In theory, yes. But in practice, it might be difficult to only learn the physics from Feynman’s lectures. I would rather think of them as supplementary materials to “regular” physics lectures

[@greenbytes_]

Nice comment for the algorithm!

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

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[@aravartomian1]

I am trying to understand qm intuitively but it doesn't help

[@knw-seeker6836]

Did you ever think about writing a book based on learning or studying better?

[@sarahdias7779]

This can be used in English literature too like complex Shakespeare's plays are related to everyday lives

[@AhmadK30]

What note taking app also

[@Good23020]

i was expecting "this video is sponcered by briliantly!" at the end

[@Good23020]

turns out brililiantly did sponcer the video ☺

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Hahahaahha they did 😂

[@muadib.c]

Wow! This is very helpful ❤. Could you do for Chemistry too

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Sadly I am not an expert on chemistry, so I don’t think I have the knowledge requested to make such a video

[@frogstud]

Ah yes, the intuitive classical physics. That's why we've had such theories since the time of Aristotle.

[@dean532]

2024: There are things beyond things that are currently applied to industry i.e. (engineering) while physicists are advancing beyond top engineering colleges.

[@procrastinatingrn3936]

Bro has the surname bosch, better listen to him when it comes to physics

[@erinxhsu]

okay maybe i’ll try physics again after 8 years lol

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Jaaaahhhhhhhhhh 🤪

[@fdddd2023]

how to understand US immigration system intuitively?

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

Some things are just not intuitive :)

[@slatlex]

When you said a 2D word i was looking at my stick note and thinking of a stick man would that not be 2D

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

I knew it hahahhaah

[@soumiksarkar2425]

I can imagine a 2d world by feeling that i am inside a anime

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

😂

[@EvolvetoMen]

Just talking stuff is all theory...if you just gave an actual example question solving tutorial it'd be actually useful

[@alanevery215]

Two dimensional world has nowhere to be "seen" in! Your move!

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

You can see the outlines of 2D object in a 2D world. Just like we can only see the outlines (surfaces) of a 3D object in a 3d world. We cannot see inside 3D object if we don’t have access to 4D :)

[@marcos1292]

BRO Iam fked up , I love physics but not maths , higher , physics is all about applied maths , hope I understand , because my maths basics are weak

[@fahim5850]

May be you have good imagination for physics and poor memory for doing math just like in my case, who knows? By the way Udemy is offering maths class for lower price range. It helped me, maybe you will also find it useful too.

[@Bacinator334]

Have devout respect for math, learn math easier.

[@marsellewalker739]

2D world, envisioned. I feel this is a world based in feeling as the dominant sense. You move and since you cannot life your head because you are in a 2D world. Eyes would be useless again because light reflects off of 3d objects making them seen but in a 2D world, light lays on top of you so you have to feel the surroundings. 4D is similar, take the way i explained this and view 4D. If 2D is the shadow of 3D, then 3D is the shadow of 4D and every dimension you elevate, you would need a new understanding of your senses to perceive it. Just as the 2D creature has no vision, the 3D creature is too missing something and maybe that is the sixth sense…. Lol i thought of this years again and it is a fun way of using your imagination to observe something that very well may be the truth.

[@ScholariumStudius]

I am a 8th grader and I am planning to participate in the physics olympiad and later on get into the Ipho (I hope!) Can you please make a video on how to get into Ipho and get a gold medal from the complete scratch?

[@elphie2390]

My advice is to not do it. Take your time with life as you will get burnt out from such difficult things

[@ScholariumStudius]

@elphie2390 nah, it's genuinely my ambition and I think I can handle it. It's what makes me happy, thanks tho

[@psikeyhackr6914]

So why doesn't the intuition of a lot of physicists demand to know the distribution of steel down the Twin Towers?

[@mahaelhag6892]

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[@Bacinator334]

Explain it

[@ivan-zlidechat]

Hey Samuel! Nice content. Dropped you an email.

[@james0591]

I still cant get Quantum Physics... Nobody understands it...

[@shwetasinghnm]

Oh God i thought it was Douglas Murray!!!!

[@cyberbules3085]

Who wears scarf with a T-shirt ??

[@SamuelBoschMIT]

It’s a fashion statement hahahaha

[@tayfunisk6400]

Hello Hello Hello 🎉

[@Induced.Insaan]

Bro if you think you are a physics pro then once try paper of jee advanced And you will get the truth Mainly you should try jee advanced 2016 question❤ By the way loved your vdo❤❤

[@aIbertI2798]

Sussy baka

[@samiyaku4532]

I bet you're a part of the 9th or 10th class students fucking dumbasses

[@abrahamjustin7733]

Bruh, this guy has won physics olympiads, and you think he can't write jee advanced paper?

[@idkwhattoputherethatsit]

abe r3t4rd, he has ipho medals, jee is nothing in front of it

[@Induced.Insaan]

@@abrahamjustin7733 broo that paper was not even solved by big physics professors

[@yugam6578]

Bro really thought he got into mit just by being genius, meanwhile IIT in India 💀💀💀

[@esectric]

fr

[@Rafid_Ahmed101]

And bro also got a medal in the international physics olympiad. Know the facts before insulting someone

[@greyshadow6576]

True and it's not as if that's nothing

[@jedidiahanarfi]

IIT doesn't come close to MIT. Don't be deluded bro!

[@beststarsign]

IITs are nowhere near MIT which has some top brains from across the Globe. IIT is mostly cracked through very rigorous regimented coaching which enables students with lots of tricks and tips.