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Hidden Gems: PHY 100–Basic Physics

Rainbow light from a prism illuminates someone’s hand against a white wall.

Rainbow light from a prism illuminates someone’s hand against a white wall.

Did you skip physics in high school, but are curious about how the world works? If so, this course was created just for you. And it includes spending time in a lab, where you'll get hands-on experience exploring the concepts being discussed in class.

Why is the sky blue? As a matter of fact, why does a rainbow have seven colors? How is an image in a mirror produced? What does lightning have in common with hair on a dry winter day?

For answers to these questions—and questions about more everyday physical phenomena—register for this course. Who knows, you may just become a physics enthusiast as you actively investigate the fascinating science all around you!

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