Science · Interactive demo
How do you throw a perfect spiral?
Crank a football's spin and watch the same shaky release shrink from a wobbly duck into a tight spiral. Gyroscopic stability you can throw.
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This interactive demo gives you a visual way into science. The key ideas include physics, football, gyroscopes, sports.
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