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How SMOOTHNESS of a SOCCER BALL affects curve

Join host Dianna Cowern as she puts her MIT physics degree to the test. With experiments, demonstrations, and cool new discoveries, Physics Girl sheds new light on the fun, adventurous side of physical science.

How SMOOTHNESS of a SOCCER BALL affects curve

Season 1 Episode 25 | 5m 44s | CC

Curving and bending a ball using the magnus effect is common in every sport. The effect can be reversed though - kick the ball the same way, and it will bend in the opposite direction!

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