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Richard Feynman Fire

nebulajr · Discussed on HN from 2010 to 2023

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  • 01richard feynman
  • 02fire
  • 03photosynthesis

A short clip from a Richard Feynman interview in which he explains fire, describing how burning wood releases sunlight stored by the tree, which built itself mostly from air. It showcases his curiosity and plain-spoken explanations.

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Feynman on fire and trees; his love of knowledge is infectious.

“it's impossible to stay in any kind of negative mood if you watch Feynman”
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drats · 2010-07 · 8 recommenders across 8 months

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