Is Pokémon Evolution Dangerous?

Felix Steven Bamford

Abstract


This paper will look at the effect of Pokémon evolution using Einstein’s equation for mass-energy equivalence E = mc2. The energy required to create the mass gained by a Pokémon in evolution will be calculated and compared to some real world energy values for perspective. The specific examples amalysed in this paper are the evolution of Magikarp and the mega evolution of Rayquaza.


Keywords


Computer game; Biology; Physics; Evolution; Energy/mass conservation; Pokemon

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