Dutch Physics

Dutch Physics

Question 2:

How is physics is the Netherlands unique to the area?

Upon arrival, it is apparent that physics does not work in quite the same way here. Below I will outline my theory explaining the differences.

I am currently of the belief that the North Sea, which borders much of the Netherlands, creates a type of electromagnetic cloud that is unique to the area. As you may already know, the Dutch population is, on average, taller than most other populations, with men averaging 6' and women averaging 5'6" (scholarly source: Wikipedia). This is due in no small part to the clouds. While growing, our bones are composed slightly differently, making them less solidified and more supple so that they might change in size over the years. All humans experience this. However, in the Netherlands, the electromagnetic clouds react with the bones. There are two main results of this. First, the people grow slightly taller, the bones lengthen more. Second, and perhaps more importantly, the reaction creates within the bones a type of material that aides in avoiding heavy winds while biking. Here I show the clouds reacting with the people:

This leads us to point two, which explains how weather and biking coincide. If you're Dutch and have such wonderful bones, biking is an activity that involves normal weather conditions and is enjoyable. I have drawn a sketch of the situation:

In contrast, if you come to the Netherlands as a foreigner, the electromagnetic clouds are more attracted to you, rather than less so. The result is that the winds will constantly blow directly on you. Think of it like a magnet. You're positively charged and the wind is negative, but instead of the charge pulling you forward, it merely directs the wind, which already has a large velocity, to push you backwards. I've drawn a diagram with vectors here:

Rest assured, all of this is completely true. As I conclude my first school week here, I am happy to report that I have a wonderful host family, school, and colleagues. Many colleagues have even confirmed my theory of Dutch physics, providing further evidence to its validity. Perhaps my bones will one day change the winds as well.