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

  • Written by Amy Pope, Principal Lecturer of Physics and Astronomy, Clemson University
imageB-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...

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