Randall Munroe: Comics that ask "what if?"

Randall Munroe: Comics that ask "what if?"

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Science

11th Grade - University

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The video explores hypothetical questions using math and science, such as the effects of a baseball pitched at 90% of the speed of light, leading to thermonuclear fusion. It also delves into estimating the size of Google's data warehouse if stored on punch cards, revealing Google's secretive nature. The speaker shares Google's playful response to the estimation and highlights the power of math in solving surprising questions, while acknowledging its limitations.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What methods does the speaker use to narrow down guesses for unknown quantities related to Google's data centers?

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What was the surprising outcome of the speaker's inquiry to Google regarding their data storage?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Reflect on the question posed by the anonymous reader about people having wheels and flying. What does this imply about the nature of certain questions?

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