Journey to the center of a quantized vortex: How microscopic mutual friction governs superfluid dissipation

Step inside the strange world of a superfluid, a liquid that can flow endlessly without friction, defying the common-sense ...
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Whirls, Curls, and Little Swirls: The Science Behind Von Karman Vortices

Above: A Von Karman vortex street downwind of the Canary Island chain in the eastern Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Africa on Feb. 27, 2015. Image credit: NASA Worldview. Editor's note: Meteorologist ...
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Understanding Rounding Errors: Causes, Consequences, and Examples

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...
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Fat-Finger Error: What it is, How it Works, Examples

Anna Attkisson is a full-time Senior Editorial Director for Investopedia, overseeing content strategy and operations. Anna has spent 20 years crafting content around highly complex topics and ...