(For Health and Life Sciences only)
Classical mechanics and motion of the human body. Fluid statics and dynamics related to pressure, blood flow, and intravenous fluids. Nuclear decay, including biological effects of radiation and use of radiopharmaceuticals. Thermodynamics related to body temperature, fever, and thermal conductivity of skin, food calories, and heat capacity. Wave properties including sound production by the vocal chords, sound detection by the ear, sound intensity level, and the use of earplugs. Electrostatic related to membrane potential and action potential. Optic of the eye, with emphasis on vision problems and correction techniques. (Lecture 3 hours, discussion 1 hr).
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