Mathspig’s favourite Slow Zombie Video (above).
The speeds of the FAST ZOMBIE (World War Z) and the 14yo kid (used below) were suggested by ChatGPT.
Posts Tagged ‘algebra’
Zombie MathZ 4: Simultaneous EquationZ
August 7, 2025Zombie MathZ 6: Simultaneous Zombies & Decimals
May 1, 2025
Best Ever Fun with Algebra
February 26, 2024
We all know about gravity. We worry about gravity.
GRAVITY CHALLENGE
If someone holds a pen in your hand like the gif below, then drops it,
I bet, if you keep your hand in the one position, that you can’t grab it!!!!
The maths is soooo beautiful.
All objects and bodies drop at the same rate of acceleration, g = 9.8 m/sec2
d = distance travelled by falling object (m)
t = time taken (sec)
You can test your reaction time on THE REACTION TIME CLOCK HERE.
AI solves Middle School Math
August 11, 2023I asked CHAT GPT to solve some Middle School Math Problems. The good news is it showed the working.
The bad news is that if you get CHAT GPT to do your homework you will be clueless in the exam.
OMG! The Best Ever ALGEBRA Promo and it’s written by AI
May 19, 2023So Mathspig asked Chat GPT to:…………..
Describe algebra in the style of Mathspig
Alrighty then, buckle up your math belts and get ready to rock the world of algebra! Algebra, my math-hungry amigos, is like the ultimate superhero of mathematics. It’s all about unleashing the power of unknowns and solving the most mind-boggling puzzles known to humanity.
In the realm of algebra, we ditch the boring old numbers and bring in the big guns: variables! These sneaky little devils represent unknown quantities that are just begging to be discovered. They’re like the Sherlock Holmes of math, always on the hunt for clues to crack the case.
Equations are the name of the game in algebra. They’re like the secret codes that hide the answers to life’s greatest mathematical mysteries. We tinker and tamper with these equations, using super cool math moves to bring order to the chaos. We combine like terms, simplify expressions, and rearrange the pieces of the puzzle until we uncover the truth.
More rules here
But wait, there’s more! Algebra isn’t just about solving equations; it’s about exploring patterns and relationships. It’s like a math treasure hunt where we unearth the underlying structure of the universe. We create graphs, plot points, and analyze the data to reveal the secrets that numbers and formulas hold.
Algebra is all about flexing your math muscles and honing your problem-solving skills. It’s a mental workout that strengthens your logical thinking and boosts your brainpower. It’s like math aerobics for your mind, keeping you sharp and ready to tackle any mathematical challenge that comes your way.
So, my math-loving amigos, embrace the power of algebra. Let your curiosity run wild, and let your mathematical genius shine. Unlock the hidden mysteries, unravel the enigmas, and conquer the world of numbers with confidence and style. Algebra is your superpower, and with it, you can conquer the mathematical universe! Mathspig, out!
10. You can out run a lava flow … METRIC
May 1, 2023
This is a rework of a previous post with full calcs.
Every volcano disaster movie from Volcano (1997) with Tommy Lee Jones to Dante’s Peak (1997) with
Pierce Brosnan someone somewhere tries to out run a lava flow. Is this possible?
The answer is maybe. You will find everything you want to know about lava flows here.
On January 10,1977, at Nyiragongo lava sprang from the sides of the volcano moving at speeds up to 40 miles per hour (60 km/hr). About 70 people were killed.
Measuring the temperature of lava. Photograph by R.L. Christiansen, U.S. Geological Survey, January 9, 1973.
The fastest Lava flows recorded were in Hawaiiin 1950 when Mauna Loa erupted. The lava traveled at 10 kilometers per hour through thick forest. But once the lava flows became established and good channels developed, the lava in the channels was flowing at up to 97 kph.
Speed of average sprinter = 16 – 24 kph
Can you out run a lava flow?
You would be scorched after 3 minutes!!!!
10. You can out run a lava flow … USA UNITS
May 1, 2023This is a rework of a previous post with full calcs.
Every volcano disaster movie from Volcano (1997) with Tommy Lee Jones to Dante’s Peak (1997) with Pierce Brosnan someone somewhere tries to out run a lava flow. Is this possible?
The answer is maybe. You will find everything you want to know about lava flows here.
On January 10,1977, at Nyiragongo lava sprang from the sides of the volcano moving at speeds up to 40 miles per hour. About 70 people were killed.
Measuring the temperature of lava. Photograph by R.L. Christiansen, U.S. Geological Survey, January 9, 1973.
The fastest Lava flows recorded were in Hawaiiin 1950 when Mauna Loa erupted. The lava traveled at 6 miles per hour through thick forest. But once the lava flows became established and good channels developed, the lava in the channels was flowing at up to 60 mph.
Speed of average sprinter = 10 – 15 mph
Can you out run a lava flow?
You would be scorched in 33 seconds!!!
Death by Caffeine: The Maths Part 1 METRIC
November 26, 2021Death by Caffeine: The Math Part 1 USA UNITS here.
The lethal dose for caffeine is about 150 milligrams per kg of body weight. While the average person’s caffeine consumption is around 200 milligrams a day, the Mayo Clinic advises against exceeding 500 to 600 milligrams per day.
This work titled Timing is Everything is by street artist ABOVE in London.
You may want this much energy but be warned, energy drinks can kill.
It would take a ridiculously huge number of ANGRY WOMBAT energy drinks to kill a 14 year old weighing, say, 48 kg. Nevertheless, some kids are more sensitive to caffeine than others and then much lower levels of consumption of energy drinks can be fatal.
See Death by Caffeine: The Maths Part 2 METRIC
Here is the work (see below) TIMING IS EVERYTHING by street artist ABOVE in London showing the timing.
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