We propose an epistemic measure of physics in terms of the ability to discriminate between the
\npurely mathematical, physical (i.e. dependent on empirical inputs) and nominal (i.e. empty of
\nmathematical or physical content) propositions appearing in a typical derivation in physics. The
\nmeasure can be relevant in understanding the maths\u2013physics link hurdles among college students. To
\nillustrate the idea, we construct a tool for a familiar derivation (involving specific heats of an
\nideal gas), and use it for a sample of students from three different institutes. The reliability of
\nthe tool is examined. The results indicate, as intuitively expected, that epistemic clarity
\ncorrelates with content clarity. Data yield several significant trends on the extent and kinds of
\nepistemic pitfalls prevalent among physics undergraduates.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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