SPM Physics-AHA! Why Sand Burns but Sea Feels Cool — Physics Beside Miri’s Beaches

At the beach, students wonder why sand burns their feet while seawater feels cooler under the same Sun. This comic reveals the physics truth: low specific heat capacity means sand heats up quickly, while seawater’s high specific heat capacity keeps it cooler. Quick Fact: Miri, Sarawak, sits on Borneo, the world’s third largest island, surrounded by countless beaches. My school is just across the road from one of these beautiful coastlines — a daily reminder that physics is everywhere. These beaches are not only classrooms of science but also treasures of nature. Let’s protect them, so future generations can enjoy both their beauty and their lessons.

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