Articles related to "Atomic Structure"



Atomic Structure
In order to understand many phenomena in the study of chemistry it is important to know how atoms are made up.
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Early Theories of Atomic Structure
J. J. Thomson and Ernest Rutherford pioneered studies of atomic structure, but their early models of the structure of the atom had serious flaws.
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Simple Explanation of Atomic Structure
Understanding the structure of the atom is a solid foundation for the study of chemistry. This article describes the components of the atom, and how they affect chemistry
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Spectroscopy and Atomic Structure
Bohr's atomic model explains how electrons jumping between orbits in atoms cause emission and absorption line spectra and why each element has its own spectral signature.
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Structure of an Atom
Atoms are the basic building blocks of matter. They form the molecules that are involved in the processes of living systems.
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Niels Bohr, Physicist
Brief biography and philosophy of Niels Bohr, famous for the atomic structure model, the foundation of quantum mechanics.
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The Discovery of the Neutron
In 1932, James Chadwick proved that the atomic nucleus contained a neutral particle which had been proposed more than a decade earlier by Ernest Rutherford.
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Bohr's Model of the Atom
The Bohr model of the atom was a major leap forward in our understanding of atomic structure and quantum mechanics, but it was not the final answer.
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Facts About the Atom
Atoms are an intermediary step between fundamental particles and the material objects that make up our large scale world. This is a brief primer on the atom.
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Ribosomal Law and Order for Protein Synthesis
The purification and crystallization of ribosomes clarified how structure is related to function and how ribosomes account for the law and order of protein synthesis.
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Telling the Difference Between Gemstones
Most people rely on color to identify a gemstone, however this is not a reliable method. Rather, science has developed a number of ways to identify gems.
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The Discovery of the Electron
The first discovery of a subatomic particle would come in 1897, when J.J. Thompson first discovered evidence for the existence of the electron.
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A Force of Nature by Richard Reeves
Early in the 20th century, it was accepted that matter was composed of atoms. But what exactly was an atom? Ernest Rutherford would have something to say about that.
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Data Center Services With Supercomputers
High performance computing, or supercomputing, is designed to create the type of data center services demanded for top research at the world's leading universities.
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Linus Pauling Double Nobel Prize Winner
Linus Pauling was a genius who described the chemical bond, protein structure and the benefits of Vitamin C and became the only person to win two unshared Nobel Prizes.
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Newton's Theory of Colour
Shine white light through a glass prism and the emerging rays of light will spread out in a rainbow of colours.
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The Periodic Table of the Elements
A key tool for chemists throughout the world is the systematic arrangement of all known elements in the Periodic Table
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First Baron Ernest Rutherford Brief Biography
Brief biography of scientist Baron Ernest Rutherford whose work formed the basis of nuclear physics, best known for atom planetary model and atomic nucleus discovery.
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Nuclear Binding Energy
The nucleus of an atom contains protons that are positively charged. Energy is needed to prevent them repelling each other and making the nucleus unstable.
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Spectroscopy and Types of Spectra
Spectroscopy allows astronomers to deduce the chemical compositions of distant astronomical objects. What is astronomical spectroscopy and how does it work?
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The Atomic Universe - Part II
A discussion on the role of atoms in entity creation - matter & energy - and in the formation of cells that make up the human body.
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The Basics of Nanotechnology
The word "nanotechnology" in itself can be intimidating to people who do not understand it. A brief explanation of this science helps to sort out some of these issues.
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What is Physical Chemistry?
Burning fuels, refrigeration, radioactivity, enzymes and cookery all depend on processes and theories in a less glamorous branch of science.
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Chemistry Experiments Involving Density
Students use science process skills and problem solving strategies, along with the scientific method during the completion density science activities.
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Early Particle Accelerators
The history of subatomic research is truly interesting - from the early laboratory experiments to capturing cosmic rays to the glory of modern accelerators.
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From Periodic Table to ChemisTree
Students unravel mysteries of the Periodic Table of Elements through a variety of representational activities.
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Investigating Symmetry in Crystals
An upper-elementary or middle school student inquiry-based science project, in-which students use critical thinking skills to make observations and share findings.
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Laying Some Groundwork: Balancing Radiation
The radiation balance of solar and heat energy is important for many weather processes and climate.
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Ribosome Structure, Chemistry Nobel Prize 2009
The crystalline structure of ribosomes has been studied by three scientific groups and the group leaders have received the 2009 Nobel Prize for explaining ribosomes.
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Rutherford and the Atomic Nucleus
New Zealander Ernest Rutherford made waves in the scientific community in the first couple decades of the twentieth century with his work on the atomic structure.
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The Bible—For What It’s Worth: Three Passages of Wisdom
John Shelby Spong has written a wonderful new book called "The Sins of Scripture." In it he takes issue with those who claim the Bible is inerrant, and literally true, word for word. I share that view. But I still have found my Truth in those pages. I share them with you here. No matter your take on the Bible, these passages will enlighten. They can't help it. I'm sure you'll agree. Read on. . .
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Beta Decay and the Weak Force
In order for physicists to understand the reasons for beta decay, a new nuclear force had to be developed - a task accomplished by Enrico Fermi in 1934.
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Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin - The British Chemist with a Worldwide Perspective
Dorothy Crowfoot Hodgkin received a Nobel Prize in 1964 for "her determination by X-ray techniques of the structures of important biological substances." Her work provided data on the structure of insulin, B12, and penicillin. She was a lifelong advocate for peace and the free exchange of scientific information.
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The Atomic Universe - Final Part
The concluding part builds on material discussed in the preceding articles. It describes molecular reactions occuring at the cellular level, it process,its relevance to and role in recovery and cure and its connection to bodywork as a tool for healing.
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Your inner essence
Astrology uses symbols which express certain univeral forces at work in the universe around us. By studying the basic building blocks at the heart of astrology, you will also arrive at a deeper understanding of your own inner nature.
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A Discription Of My Spiritual Path - Part Two
A description of my spiritual philosophy and the experiences that led to the development of my personal spiritual path.
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Project Magnet
First Canadian government sponsored UFO study.
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Ruskin and the Archetypes
This article briefly explores Ruskin's use of archetypal imagery in 'The King of the Golden River.'
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Vanished! Orion Williamson Disappeared into Air
People saw Orion vanish without a trace while he walked across his property. There were theories, but no answers. Hoaxes would be based on the incident.
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