The physics of sheep – from phase transitions to collective motion

Philip Ball delves into the dynamics of how flocks of sheep move together and the surprising physics behind the collective motion of animals.

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Physics World
Published
2024-11-01
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1088/2058-7058/37/11/20
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Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies
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The physics of sheep – from phase transitions to collective motion

Philip Ball
Physics World
Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies
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The physics of sheep – from phase transitions to collective motion

Philip Ball
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Abstract

Philip Ball delves into the dynamics of how flocks of sheep move together and the surprising physics behind the collective motion of animals.

Physics WorldVol. 37(11)
Department for Work and Pensions (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 79%
Experimental and Theoretical Physics Studies
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