Lost in the Foray

[Intro]
(Hey!)
Can you say
If it’s been lost in the foray?

[Verse 1]
It seemed like it was just today
For a moment, I looked away
Now, it’s getting hard to say
If it’s been lost in the foray

[Chorus]
Lost the love
(Looked below. Looked above.)
Somewhere along the line
(Lost the love. Lost the time)

[Bridge]
(Hey!)
Can you say
If it’s been lost in the foray?
(Hey!)
What do you say
Have we been lost in the foray?

[Verse 2]
What good are all your yesterdays
When you’ve lost your means… lost your ways
Now, day after day after day
It’s been lost in the foray

[Chorus]
Lost the love
(Looked below. Looked above.)
Somewhere along the line
(Lost the love. Lost the time)

[Bridge]
I’m cryin’, “Lost the love”
(Lost the love)
Love, love, love
(Hey!)
Can you say
If it’s been lost in the foray?
(Hey!)
What do you say
Have we been lost in the foray?

[Outro]
I’m cryin’, “Lost the love”
(Lost the love)
Love, love, love

From the album “Slugging It Out” by The Electric Slugs

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All Night Fight

[Intro]
Looks like it’s gonna be
(Much too startling)
Oh, no… it’s not quite right
[Break]
All night fight!

[Verse 1]
Don’t know what I did
Certainly must have been something
I tell you I do not kid…
Must have been a dumb thing

[Chorus]
You can hear her screamin’
(At the top of her lungs)
Surely, can’t be dreamin’
(Speaking in tongues)

[Bridge]
Looks like it’s gonna be
(Much too startling)
Oh, no… it’s not quite right (Tragedy)
What’s happened to my darling?
[Break]
All night fight!
[Rest}
What?
(All night fight!)
Is that right?
(All night fight!)

[Verse 2]
What could I have done
To bring upon this wrath
This kinda war ain’t won
Everyone takes a bath

[Chorus]
You can hear her screamin’
(At the top of her lungs)
Surely, can’t be dreamin’
(Speaking in tongues)

[Bridge]
Looks like it’s gonna be
(Much too startling)
Oh, no… it’s not quite right (Tragedy)
What’s happened to my darling?
[Break]
All night fight!
[Rest}
What?
(All night fight!)
Is that right?

Way too startling
What’s happened to my darling?
It’s never be the same
Everyone loses this game

[Break]
All night fight!
What?
(All night fight!)
Is that right?
(All night fight!)

[Outro]
All night fight!
What?
(All night fight!)

Found on the album “Reggae Day” by Narley Marley

From the album “Slugging It Out” by The Electric Slugs

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Fisticuffs

[Intro]
Right hook, left jab
The experiment spilled
Out of the lab

[Verse 1]
Right jab, left hook
Not that different
Same look

[Chorus]
At it again
(Fisticuffs)
Where to begin
(Fisticuffs)

[Bridge]
Really not that tough
(Time to call their bluff)

[Verse 2]
Right hook, left jab
The experiment killed
Snatch and grab

Right jab, left hook
What’s the difference
The same crook

[Chorus]
At it again
(Fisticuffs)
Where to begin
(Fisticuffs)

[Bridge]
Really not that tough
(Time to call their bluff)

[Chorus]
At it again
(Fisticuffs)
Where to begin
(Fisticuffs)

[Outro]
Really not that tough
(Time to call their bluff)

From the album “Slugging It Out” by The Electric Slugs

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Deadlock

[Intro]
It’s a drop down
And drag out fight
All end in frowns
(Should’ve taken flight)

[Verse 1]
At an impasse
(A standstill if you will)
Ill will does amass
(Yet, we carry on still….)

[Chorus]
It’s a drop down
And drag out fight
Round after round
(Should’ve taken flight)

[Bridge]
Deadlock
(Jaw drop)
Take stock
(And stop)

[Verse 2]
Found our fate
(In as stalemate)
Should we call it a draw
(After all?)

[Chorus]
It’s a drop down
And drag out fight
Round after round
(Should’ve taken flight)

[Bridge]
Deadlock
(Jaw drop)
Take stock
(And stop)

[Chorus]
It’s a drop down
And drag out fight
Round after round
(Should’ve taken flight)

[Outro]
Deadlock
(Let’s stop?)

From the album “Slugging It Out” by The Electric Slugs

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The Pride of Fools (A Dark Ballad of Temptation and Consequence)

[Intro]
Daunting
(Foreboding yet taunting)

[Verse 1]
Are you a chicken, no, you’re bold as steel,
The call of the forest, a forbidden ordeal.
A castle deep within, where shadows play,
The mythical Pocket Chicken takes its prey.

[Pre-Chorus]
Legends whispered, a grip of iron tight,
A kingdom of fear, shrouded in night.
The brave who wander, the lost who fall,
Answering pride’s foolish call.

[Chorus]
The pride of fools, it lures you in,
A dance of darkness where it all begins.
Sell your soul to the whispers deep,
And march with the herd, where the pigs do weep.

[Bridge]
The pride of fools
(Hard knocks’ schools)
March with the herd
(So absurd)

[Verse 2]
They beckon with chants, a klan’s cruel song,
Breaking the rights where the free belong.
The forest looms, its shadows grow,
A trail of lies where the foolish go.

[Pre-Chorus]
The castle waits, a sinister glow,
A throne of deceit, a place of woe.
The brave who enter never return,
Their pride consumed, their fates adjourned.

[Chorus]
The pride of fools, it lures you in,
A dance of darkness where it all begins.
Sell your soul to the whispers deep,
And march with the herd, where the pigs do weep.

[Bridge]
The Pocket Chicken rules with claw and beak,
(A false salvation for the proud and weak.)
They boast of freedom, but chains remain,
(Bound by lies in shadows’ domain.)

Daunting
(Foreboding and haunting)

[Chorus]
The pride of fools, it lures you in,
A dance of darkness where it all begins.
Sell your soul to the whispers deep,
And march with the herd, where the pigs do weep.

[Outro]
The forest whispers, the castle stands
(The pride of fools still claims its bands)
Will you step forth, or turn away?
(The price of pride is yours to pay)

By Jack Brouse and Daniel Brouse as part of the Adventures of Pocket Chicken

From the album “Slugging It Out” by The Electric Slugs

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What is That?

[Intro]
What is that
(Did you taste it?)
Just don’t waste it

[Verse 1]
What is that
(Can you smell it?)
Can you spell it

[Chorus]
The mystery
As to destiny
Is… there is
No destiny
(Oh, say can you see?)

[Bridge]
Freewill
(Until)
You don’t foot the bill

[Verse 2]
What is that
(Did you touch it?)
How much of it

[Break]
What is that
(Did you see it?)
(Wouldya be it)

[Chorus]
The mystery
Of your destiny
Is… there is
No destiny
(Oh, say can you see?)

[Bridge]
Freewill
(Until)
You don’t foot the bill

[Outro]
And so it goes
(If one knows)

From the album “Slugging It Out” by The Electric Slugs

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Slugging It Out

[Intro]
Put to the test
(At the slugfest)

[Verse 1]
How do you feel about
Slugging it out
(Are you in doubt about the bout?)
Bow down and kneel or shout
Slugging it out
(About to find out about the bout)

[Bridge]
(Ding, ding, ding)
Round one
(Just for fun)

[Chorus]
There they go
(They don’t know)
Blow by blow
(There they go)

[Verse 2]
On a one way route
To slugging it out
(Are you in doubt about the bout?)
Do you whine, cry or shout
Slugging it out
(About to find out about the bout)

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Bell]
(Ding, ding, ding)
Round two
(Coming for you)

[Chorus]
There they go
(They don’t know)
Blow by blow
(There they go)

[Bridge]
(Ding, ding, ding)
Round three
(Claim destiny)

[Chorus]
There they go
(They don’t know)
Blow by blow
(There they go)

[Outro]
Put to the test
At the slugfest

From the album “Slugging It Out” by The Electric Slugs

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Chaos and Deterministic Physics

[Intro]
Sensitivity
(To initial conditions)
Crystallography
(Chaos’ renditions)

[Verse 1]
Impossible to predict
What will become of it
Nucleation formation
Symmetry (growing independently)

[Chorus]
Sensitivity
(To initial conditions)
Crystallography
(Chaos’s renditions)

[Bridge]
Deterministic
(Physics)
Mathematics
(Success)

[Verse 2]
Hexagonal lattice
Atmosphere (gone nimbostratus)
Unpredictability
Symmetry (grows independently)

[Chorus]
Sensitivity
(To initial conditions)
Crystallography
(Chaos’s renditions)

[Bridge]
Deterministic
(Physics)
Mathematics
(Success)

[Chorus]
Sensitivity
(To initial conditions)
Crystallography
(Chaos’s renditions)

[Bridge]
Deterministic
(Physics)
Mathematics
(Success)

[Outro]
Hexagon
(Pelting)
Coming on strong
Hexagon
(Melting)
No, it can’t last long

A SCIENCE NOTE
Snowflakes are created through a fascinating process that intertwines physics, chemistry, and mathematics. Their intricate designs, which often resemble fractals, emerge from natural processes influenced by chaos theory. Here’s how it all comes together:


Formation of Snowflakes

  1. Nucleation:
    • Snowflake formation begins when water vapor in the atmosphere condenses onto a microscopic particle, such as a dust mote or pollen grain. This acts as the “nucleus.”
    • The temperature must be below freezing, typically -10°C to -20°C (14°F to -4°F), for this to happen efficiently.
  2. Crystal Growth:
    • Water vapor continues to deposit onto the ice nucleus, and the structure grows into a hexagonal lattice. This hexagonal shape arises from the molecular structure of water and the way hydrogen bonds form in ice crystals.
  3. Symmetry:
    • The six-sided symmetry of snowflakes is due to the hexagonal crystalline structure of ice. Each arm grows independently, but under similar environmental conditions, leading to an overall symmetrical appearance.

The Role of Fractals

  • Self-Similarity:
    • Snowflakes exhibit fractal-like properties because their patterns are self-similar at different scales. This means smaller segments of the snowflake mirror the overall shape and complexity of the entire structure.
    • The branching patterns on snowflakes emerge from the same principles that govern fractals: small-scale rules dictate large-scale shapes.
  • Dynamic Growth:
    • As the snowflake moves through clouds with varying humidity and temperature, different parts of it grow at different rates. These environmental changes lead to intricate, irregular branching patterns that resemble fractals.

Chaos Theory and Snowflakes

  • Sensitivity to Initial Conditions:
    • Snowflake growth is highly sensitive to initial conditions, a hallmark of chaos theory. Minute differences in temperature, humidity, or airflow during formation result in unique patterns for each snowflake.
    • Even if two snowflakes begin with identical nuclei, they will diverge in shape due to chaotic interactions with their environment.
  • Unpredictability in Patterns:
    • While the growth of ice crystals follows deterministic physical laws, the chaotic nature of atmospheric conditions makes it impossible to predict the exact structure of a snowflake.

Why Every Snowflake is Unique

The combination of deterministic physics (governing the hexagonal symmetry) and chaotic atmospheric conditions ensures that no two snowflakes are identical. Variations in temperature, humidity, and air currents influence the growth of the snowflake’s branches in unpredictable ways.


Conclusion

The creation of snowflakes is a marvel of nature, blending the ordered symmetry of crystallography with the unpredictability of chaos theory. Their fractal-like patterns reflect the inherent beauty of mathematical principles at work in the natural world. Watching a snowflake form is like observing the interplay of structure and randomness, a tiny frozen embodiment of chaos and order.

From the album “Dispersion” by Daniel

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Spiel Your Beings

[Intro]
Is it for real? What’s the deal?
(Or does the feel just seem like that)
From where you’re at
Go on… and spiel….
(Spiel and spill)
Your beings

[Verse 1]
The universe looks bigger
(At least from here)
I guess… go figger’
(Relative to me)

[Chorus]
Relativity
(Going down a wormhole)
From you to me
(All of us… in whole)

[Bridge]
[Instrumental, Guitar Solo]
Is it for real? What’s the deal?
(Or does the feel just seem like that)
From where you’re at
Go on… and spiel….
(Spiel and spill)
Your beings

[Verse 2]
Does the universe look smaller
(From over there)
Just give a holler
(If you’re aware)

[Chorus]
Relativity
(Going down a wormhole)
From you to me
(All of us… in whole)

[Bridge]
Is it for real? What’s the deal?
(Or does the feel just seem like that)
From where you’re at
Go on… and spiel….
(Spiel and spill)
Your beings

[Chorus]
Relativity
(Going down a wormhole)
From you to me
(All of us… in whole)

[Bridge]
Is it for real? What’s the deal?
(Or does the feel just seem like that)
From where you’re at

[Outro]
Go on… and spiel….
(Spiel and spill)
Your beings

From the album “Dispersion” by Daniel

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What About Your Dark Side?

[Intro]
How can you hide
(Your dark side)
It comes along for the ride

[Verse 1]
Never visible?
(Never’s such a long time)
Nor dark (in principal)
Reason (and rhyme)

[Bridge]
No need to hide
(Your dark side)
Is it all dark
After all….

[Chorus]
Come into the light
(Turning just right)
Variation
(In lunar libration)

[Break]
Moon, hear me howl
[Instrumental, Synth Solo]
(Owwwwwwwwwwwwwl)
Howling at the moon

[Verse 2]
Far, far, far
(There you are)
No dark side (resides)
Just depends where you are

[Bridge]
(No) No need to hide
(Your dark side)
Is it all dark
After all….

[Chorus]
Come into the light
(Turning just right)
Variation
(In lunar libration)

[Break]
Moon, hear me howl
[Instrumental, Synth Solo]
(Owwwwwwwwwwwwwl)
Howling at the moon

[Outro]
None to soon, moon
Hear me howl
(Owwwwwwwwwwwwwl)

A SCIENCE NOTE
e always see the same face of the Moon from Earth. This phenomenon is due to a condition called synchronous rotation or tidal locking. Here’s how it works:


1. Tidal Locking

  • The Moon takes approximately the same time to complete one rotation on its axis as it does to orbit the Earth—about 27.3 days.
  • This synchronization means that the same hemisphere of the Moon always faces Earth, while the far side (sometimes inaccurately called the “dark side”) is never visible from our planet.

2. Why Does This Happen?

  • Gravitational Forces: The Earth’s gravity creates tidal forces on the Moon, causing a “bulge” on its surface.
  • Over billions of years, these forces slowed the Moon’s rotation until one side consistently faced Earth.
  • This state minimizes the energy in the Moon-Earth system, creating a stable configuration.

3. Variations: Lunar Libration

While we see the same face, the view isn’t perfectly static:

  • The Moon wobbles slightly due to its elliptical orbit, axial tilt, and variations in orbital speed. This wobble is called libration, and it allows us to see up to 59% of the Moon’s surface over time (though not all at once).

4. Misconceptions About the Far Side

  • The Moon’s far side is not always dark; it receives sunlight just like the near side.
  • The far side remained unexplored until space missions like the Soviet Luna 3 in 1959 photographed it, and China’s Chang’e 4 landed there in 2019.

Conclusion

We always see the same face of the Moon due to tidal locking, but slight libration lets us glimpse a bit more. This phenomenon illustrates the powerful influence of gravity and the long-term effects of celestial interactions.

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Getting Low (The Higher I Go)

[Verse 1]
The higher I go
(The pressure’s getting low)
… going low it gets high
(Why?)
Go and touch the sky

[Chorus]
It becomes clear
As you draw near
Thinning atmosphere
Until it disappears

[Bridge]
[Guitar Solo]
Reducing oxygen
(I can take in)
Soon to discover
All is boiling over

[Verse 2]
Change in altitude
(Changes one attitude)
… going high pressure’s low
(Did you know?)
Touch the sky
(Go!)

[Chorus]
It becomes clear
As you draw near
Thinning atmosphere
Until it disappears

[Bridge]
[Guitar Solo]
Reducing oxygen
(I can take in)
Soon to discover
All is boiling over

[Chorus]
It becomes clear
As you draw near
Thinning atmosphere
Until it disappears

[Outro]
[Flute Solo]
Reducing oxygen
(I can take in)
Soon to discover
All is boiling over

A SCIENCE NOTE
The atmosphere changes dramatically with altitude, influencing living conditions and the physical behavior of substances like water. Here’s how these changes unfold and their connection to pressure systems:


1. Atmospheric Pressure and Altitude

  • Decrease in Pressure:
    As altitude increases, atmospheric pressure decreases because the density of air molecules reduces the higher you go. This happens because gravity pulls air molecules closer to the Earth’s surface, making the lower atmosphere denser.
  • Effects on Living Conditions:
    • Oxygen Levels: With lower atmospheric pressure, the amount of oxygen available in the air decreases. This can lead to difficulty breathing, reduced physical performance, and conditions like altitude sickness at high elevations.
    • Temperature: Temperature generally drops as you ascend, averaging about a 6.5°C (11.7°F) decrease per kilometer in the troposphere (the lowest layer of the atmosphere).

2. Boiling Water at High Altitudes

  • Relationship to Pressure:
    Boiling occurs when the vapor pressure of a liquid equals the surrounding atmospheric pressure. At high altitudes, where atmospheric pressure is lower, water boils at a temperature lower than 100°C (212°F). For instance:

    • At 2,000 meters (6,561 feet), water boils around 93°C (199°F).
    • At 4,000 meters (13,123 feet), it boils at roughly 86°C (187°F).
  • Implications:
    • Cooking: Foods take longer to cook at higher altitudes because the boiling point is lower, reducing the energy available for cooking.
    • Scientific Relevance: This principle is used to calibrate pressure altimeters and to study thermodynamic properties.

3. Low-Pressure and High-Pressure Systems

  • Low-Pressure Systems:
    • Associated with rising air, which cools and condenses into clouds and precipitation.
    • Often linked to stormy or unsettled weather.
    • At high altitudes, the lower atmospheric pressure in these systems exacerbates the already reduced oxygen levels.
  • High-Pressure Systems:
    • Characterized by sinking air, which warms as it compresses, leading to clearer skies and stable weather.
    • These systems are denser and can provide slightly more oxygen at comparable elevations than low-pressure systems.
  • Connection to Altitude:
    At sea level, pressure systems primarily influence weather. However, at higher altitudes, their effects compound the existing challenges of low atmospheric pressure. For example, a low-pressure weather system at high elevation can make breathing even more difficult.

Conclusion

As altitude increases, the thinning atmosphere alters living conditions by reducing oxygen availability and lowering temperatures. It also lowers the boiling point of water, affecting cooking and other processes. Low- and high-pressure systems influence these conditions further, with low-pressure systems exacerbating the challenges of high-altitude environments. These dynamics illustrate the interconnectedness of atmospheric science and everyday experiences.

From the album “Dispersion” by Daniel

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Watching Paint Dry

[Intro]
How slow does it go
Watching paint dry
As time passes by

[Verse 1]
Watching paint dry
(Give ‘er a try)
More specifically
(Observing it scientifically)

[Chorus]
Experiment
(Is what I meant)
Make the best
(Of a touch test)

[Bridge]
How slow does it go
Watching paint dry
As time passes by

[Verse 2]
Watching paint dry
(Give ‘er a try)
Much more engaging
(Than wasted ageing)

[Chorus]
Experiment
(Is what I meant)
Make the best
(Of a touch test)

[Bridge]
How slow does it go
Watching paint dry
As time passes by

[Chorus]
Experiment
(Is what I meant)
Make the best
(Of a touch test)

[Outro]
How slow does it go
Watching paint dry
As time passes by

A SCIENCE NOTE
Physics of Paint Drying on a Wall

The drying of paint involves physical and chemical processes that depend on the paint type (water-based or oil-based), environmental conditions, and the surface being painted. Here’s a breakdown of the physics:

  1. Evaporation (Physical Process):
    • In water-based paints, water is the solvent that keeps the paint liquid. As the paint is applied, the water begins to evaporate, leaving behind the solid components like pigments and binders.
    • Oil-based paints rely on organic solvents like turpentine or mineral spirits, which evaporate more slowly than water.
  2. Diffusion and Absorption:
    • Some of the paint’s liquid components may diffuse into the porous surface of the wall, especially with materials like drywall or wood. This helps the paint adhere better.
  3. Coalescence:
    • In water-based paints, polymers (tiny particles) suspended in the liquid bind together as the water evaporates, forming a uniform film.
  4. Oxidation and Polymerization (Chemical Process):
    • In oil-based paints, the drying involves a chemical reaction where the oil reacts with oxygen in the air, forming a tough, durable film. This is a slower process than evaporation and can take days or weeks to fully cure.
  5. Environmental Influences:
    • Temperature: Higher temperatures speed up evaporation and chemical reactions, while cold conditions slow them down.
    • Humidity: High humidity reduces the evaporation rate, prolonging drying time.
    • Airflow: Increased ventilation speeds up evaporation by removing saturated air near the paint’s surface.

How to Watch Paint Dry

Watching paint dry is as slow as it sounds, but observing it scientifically can make it more engaging:

  1. Set Up a Controlled Experiment:
    • Paint a small section of the wall with a thin, even coat.
    • Use a stopwatch to measure drying times at intervals (e.g., surface dry, touch dry, and fully cured).
  2. Observe Visual Changes:
    • Watch for the change in glossiness as the liquid evaporates. Wet paint is shiny, but it becomes matte or less reflective as it dries.
  3. Touch Test:
    • Lightly tap a corner (without smudging!) to see when the paint transitions from tacky to dry.
  4. Use a Microscope:
    • Under magnification, you can observe microscopic changes, like the coalescence of paint particles forming a continuous film.
  5. Measure Volatile Loss:
    • Place a digital humidity sensor nearby to track how moisture levels drop as the paint dries.

While watching paint dry is metaphorically tedious, studying the process through a scientific lens can make it an unexpectedly fascinating exploration of everyday physics.

From the album “Dispersion” by Daniel

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Nervous Reaction

[Intro]
A nervous reaction
Occurs in a fraction
Then, depending on friction
How fast till slow motion

[Verse 1]
Traveling distance
How long till I stop
[Break]
Stop!

Momentum’s movement
How long till I stop
[Break]
Stop!

[Bridge]
Sensory input
(Signal transmission)
Processing throughput
(Confirm visual recognition)
Motor response
(I won’t bounce)
Get satisfaction
(Through action)

[Chorus]
A nervous reaction
Occurs in a fraction
Then, depending on friction
How fast till slow motion

[Verse 2]
Do I have a notion…
How long till I stop
[Break]
Stop!

Got that forward motion
How long till I stop
[Break]
Stop!

[Bridge]
Sensory input
(Signal transmission)
Processing throughput
(Confirm visual recognition)
Motor response
(I won’t bounce)
Get satisfaction
(Through action)

[Chorus]
A nervous reaction
Occurs in a fraction
Then, depending on friction
How fast till slow motion

[Bridge]
Sensory input
(Signal transmission)
Processing throughput
(Confirm visual recognition)
Motor response
(I won’t bounce)

[Outro]
Get satisfaction
(Through action)

A SCIENCE NOTE
The distance you should maintain behind a car depends on several factors, including speed, road conditions, and your reaction time. A common rule of thumb is to leave at least 2 seconds of following distance under normal driving conditions. This accounts for the physics of momentum and friction, as well as the reaction time of your nervous system.

Physics of Reaction Time:
When you see a car brake ahead of you, your nervous system goes through several steps before you actually hit your brakes:

  1. Sensory Input: Your eyes detect the change in the car’s movement or brake lights.
  2. Signal Transmission: This visual information travels as electrical impulses along the optic nerve to the brain.
  3. Processing: The brain interprets the information and decides to act, sending signals to the motor cortex.
  4. Motor Response: Signals are transmitted from the brain, through the spinal cord and peripheral nerves, to your leg muscles.
  5. Action: Your muscles contract, pressing the brake pedal.

This entire process typically takes 0.2 to 0.5 seconds under normal conditions, but distractions, fatigue, or impairment can lengthen it. During this reaction time, your car continues to move forward at its current speed, which is why maintaining adequate following distance is critical for safety.

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In the Dark?

[Intro]
(In the dark?)
Is it hard to see
(In the dark)
Hard to see clearly?

[Verse 1]
Who turned off the lights
(Causing my loss of sight)
Flint and steal a spark
(Out of the dark)

[Chorus]
Gonna have to feel my way around
(To “see” what can be found)
Gonna have to reach outright
(To try n’ see the light)

[Bridge]
(In the dark)
It’s hard to see
(In the dark)
Hard to see clearly

[Verse 2]
Where did everyone go
(Does anyone even know)
How can we spark a glow
(And, get on with the show)

[Chorus]
Gonna have to feel my way around
(To “see” what can be found)
Gonna have to reach outright
(To try n’ see the light)

[Bridge]
(In the dark)
It’s hard to see
(In the dark)
Hard to see clearly

[Chorus]
Gonna have to feel my way around
(To “see” what can be found)
Gonna have to reach outright
(To try n’ see the light)

[Bridge]
(In the dark)
It’s hard to see
(In the dark)
Hard to see clearly

[Outro]
When light’s stark…
(Out of the dark)

From the album “Dispersion” by Daniel

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What is the Speed of Light?

[Intro]
What is the speed of light
(Is your speed of light right?)

[Verse 1]
Did you assume
You’re in a vacuum?
How can that be
When here’s you and me

[Chorus]
What is the speed of light
(Is your speed of light right?)
Is your constant inconstant
(Does your thought take flight?)

[Bridge]
Causes light to bend
(Are our thoughts on the mend)
On reflection of refraction
(In retraction)

[Verse 2]
A new thesis
Its speed decreases
Out of the vacuum
In a new medium

[Chorus]
What is the speed of light
(Is your speed of light right?)
Is your constant inconstant
(Does your thought take flight?)

[Bridge]
Causes light to bend
(Are our thoughts on the mend)
On reflection of refraction
(In retraction)

[Chorus]
What is the speed of light
(Is your speed of light right?)
Is your constant inconstant
(Does your thought take flight?)

[Bridge]
Causes light to bend
(Are our thoughts on the mend)
On reflection of refraction
(In retraction)

[Outro]
What is the speed of light
(Incite insight in sight)
[Fade]
[End]

A SCIENCE NOTE
Light does not always travel at the same speed.

The speed of light in a vacuum is constant at approximately 299,792 kilometers per second (c). However, when light passes through materials such as water, glass, or air, its speed decreases depending on the material’s refractive index. For example, light slows down significantly in diamond, which has a high refractive index, compared to air. This change in speed is also what causes light to bend (refraction) when entering a new medium.

From the album “Dispersion” by Daniel

The Human Induced Climate Change Experiment

MegaEpix Enormous

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