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Joseph Quinones
Physics Teacher
Education
- MS, Physics Education, City College of New York (CCNY)
- BS, Physics, Lehman College
Certifications & Organizations
- Certified to teach Physics to grades 7-12
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°C to °F Conversion: A Complete Guide
You don’t have to be Einstein to use these fast and easy temperature conversion formulasIn most countries of the world, temperature is measured in degrees Celsius (°C). But what are you supposed to do when you have to...
How to Read a Vernier Caliper for Super Precise Measurements
A detailed guide to measuring internal or external diameters and depth with a Vernier caliperIf you’re in need of a very precise length measurement, a Vernier caliper is going to be your best friend. This tool is used ...
How to
Measure Centimeters
Centimeters are a metric unit of measurement. You can use most rulers to measure centimeters. It is important, however, to ensure that you are looking at the correct units, as many rulers also show inches. If you don’t...
How to
Build a Trebuchet
A trebuchet (pronounced TREB-you-shay) is a medieval English siege engine or catapult that consists of a large arm mounted on a cart or stand. In the counterpoise style of trebuchet a counterweight pulls down the arm, la...
How to
Convert Degrees to Radians
Degrees and radians are two units for measuring angles. A circle contains 360 degrees, which is the equivalent of 2π radians, so 360° ''and'' 2π radians represent the numerical values for going "once around" a circle....
How to
Convert Within Metric Measurements
The metric system is a comprehensive system of measurements used in almost all of the world today, the only exception being that of the United States, who uses a different form of standard measurement. One of the biggest...
How to Read Any Type of Caliper
Plus, the types of measurements you can take with a caliperCalipers are measuring tools used to precisely determine the width of a gap or object. They’re much more accurate than a tape measure or ruler. We’re walking...
How to
Use Calipers
Getting accurate measurements with different types of calipers Calipers are versatile for measuring straight objects less than long, the outer and inner diameter of round objects, or the depth of a hole. Learn how to ...
How to
Calculate the Diameter of a Circle
Need to find the diameter of a circle? Calculating diameter is easy—you just need the radius, the circumference, or the area. Even if you don't have any of those dimensions, you can still find the diameter if you have ...
Seconds to Minutes Converter (Plus Step-by-Step Instructions)
Physics teacher Joseph Quinones shares a simple formula for converting seconds to minutesLooking to convert seconds to minutes? That's a piece of cake! We're going to walk you through this super simple equation step by s...
How to
Measure Viscosity
Viscosity can be defined as the measurement of a liquid's resistance to flow, also referred to as a liquid's internal friction. Consider water and molasses. Water flows relatively freely, while molasses is less fluid. Be...
How to
Build a Pulley
Pulleys are simple machines that make lifting heavy objects easier. They distribute weight to reduce the amount of force it takes to lift something up.. 15 June 2023. With a compound pulley, you can lift an object using ...
Centimeters to Inches: Easy Conversion Math & Chart
Convert cm to inches (and vice versa) in a flash with these simple formulasConverting centimeters to inches is easier than it sounds—all it takes is some simple math! Keep scrolling to learn 2 easy formulas for changin...
How to
Make a Small 3D Atom Model
3D atom models are a common science project and craft made to help understand how certain atoms work. A 3D atom model can be useful to demonstrate in a classroom or use to explain when giving a lesson about atoms. Atom m...
How to Use and Read a Hydrometer
Measure the density of a brew and calculate ABV with this handy toolA hydrometer is a measurement tool used to test the density of a liquid. Brewers use hydrometers to track the progress of beer or other fermented drinks...
How to
Factor a Cubic Polynomial
This is an article about how to factorize a 3rd degree polynomial. We will explore how to factor using grouping as well as using the factors of the free term.
How to
Build a Spaghetti Tower
Making a spaghetti tower is a great team-building exercise that is popular among schoolchildren, coworkers, friends, and family. You can also build a spaghetti tower alone for an extra challenge! Spaghetti towers are mad...
How to
Find the Number of Neutrons in an Atom
Although all atoms of the same element contain the same number of protons, their number of neutrons can vary. Knowing how many neutrons are in a particular atom can help you determine if it's a regular atom of that eleme...
How to
Build a Hydrometer
Hydrometers are graduated floating devices that measure the densities of liquids. They are commonly used in the making of wine, beer, and spirits to monitor the fermentation process, and are also used often in school pro...
How to Calculate Wind Load on a Structure: 4 Easy Methods
A simple guide for engineers & homeownersWind load is the amount of pressure (force) against a surface from wind. The effect of the wind depends on the size and shape of the structure and the speed of the wind. Calculati...
