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This Month’s Cover... reflects vividly some of the
peculiar symmetry of the James
Webb Space Telescope (JWST),
not to mention the suspense felt
by those waiting to examine its
images and the drama associated with its controversial name.
Larry Weinstein offers two Fermi
Questions about the JWST, as
well as a nostalgic look back
on this thought-provoking and
entertaining column, in celebration of 15 wonderful years of his
contributions to TPT. See pages
390 and 391. (Credit: NASA)
From the Issue
Figuring Physics
Physics Challenge
Fermi Questions
About American Association of Physics Teachers
AAPT is a professional membership association of scientists dedicated to enhancing the understanding and appreciation of physics through teaching. AAPT was established in 1930 with the fundamental goal of ensuring the "dissemination of knowledge of physics, particularly by way of teaching."