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21-Kiloton Paperclip

Physics geeks are quite familiar with the implications of Einstein’s famous equation, E=mc². Firstly, that energy and matter are different guises of the same thing. Secondly, that the conversion rate between them is astronomical.

To kick off the week, let’s explore that well known equation and its astonishing conversion rate of matter to energy.

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BB #5: Tiny Bubbles

As I watch my Minnesota Twins do their best to lose three games in a row to Tampa Bay, I find myself pondering the difference between “winning,” “losing,” “not winning” and “not losing.”

Somehow, in some way I haven’t quite yet worked out, I think they’re four distinct things.

Filed for future reference.

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