

Engines: Crash Course Physics #24
Explore the world of physics, motion, and energy with Dr. Shini Somara.
Engines: Crash Course Physics #24
Season 1 Episode 24 | 10m 10s | CC
One of the greatest inventions is the steam engine. But why? What makes it so useful? And how does it work? In this episode of Crash Course Physics, Shini talks to us about how engines work, what makes them efficient, and why they're pretty cool.
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