Superman vs Momentum

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Kızılcık H. Ş.

PHYSICS EDUCATION, vol.56, no.4, pp.1-12, 2021 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 56 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2021
  • Doi Number: 10.1088/1361-6552/abf46f
  • Journal Name: PHYSICS EDUCATION
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus, Academic Search Premier, Communication Abstracts, EBSCO Education Source, Educational research abstracts (ERA), ERIC (Education Resources Information Center), INSPEC, DIALNET, Civil Engineering Abstracts
  • Page Numbers: pp.1-12
  • Gazi University Affiliated: No

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to consider Superman's acts against impulse-momentum and conservation of momentum principles. Superheroes as fantasy fiction characters attract the attention of not only children and teenagers but also adults. Superheroes can be useful in explaining a phenomenon, as well as overcoming conceptual difficulties that may occur in students. Superman is a superhero who often challenges the impulse-momentum principle and conservation of momentum. Therefore, he may be the best superhero to use when talking about momentum. This context gives educators an opportunity to motivate students.