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  • How Stuff Works: Boomerang
    Boomerang - Science
    Illustrated tutorial explains the physics behind the propeller-like flight of the boomerang.
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    it's pretty amazing: when you throw a boomerang, it actually does come back to you -- if you throw it properly. find out why the boomerang returns and how to throw it like a pro.

  • Aerodynamics of boomerangs
    Boomerang - Science
    An article describing why a boomerang returns, based on the aerodynamics, the shape and the throwing technique.

  • Unspinning the Boomerang
    Boomerang - Science
    Science article describing the physics of the boomerang.
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    in this article, we look at the physics behind the curved flight path of a returning boomerang, and explain that boomerangs are really a kind of gyroscope. we even show you how to bang up a boomerang yourself!

  • Boomerangs!
    Boomerang - Science
    National Geographic's article with 2 videos of boomerang throwing.

  • Lesson with a Boomerang
    Boomerang - Science
    This lesson plan uses the boomerang to demonstrate basic mathematical principles.

  • Minnesota Technolog: Boomeranging
    Boomerang - Science
    An article on the sport and about Billy Brazelton, a junior in the College of Biological Sciences, who plays it.
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    an online version of the minnesota technolog.

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