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Amy Pope, Principal Lecturer of Physics and Astronomy, Clemson University

Paris 2024 Olympics to debut high-level breakdancing – and physics in action

B-boys and B-girls wield physics to pull off gravity-defying dance moves. AP Photo/Andres Kudacki

Two athletes square off for an intense dance battle. The DJ starts spinning tunes, and the athletes begin twisting, spinning and seemingly defying gravity, respectfully watching each other and taking turns showing off their skill.

The athletes converse through their movements, speaking through a dance that celebrates both athleticism and creativity. While the athletes probably aren’t consciously thinking about the physics behind their movements, these complex and mesmerizing dances demonstrate a variety of different scientific principles.

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