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In 1910, physicist, Robert A. Millikan, first measured the charge on the electron, which is the fundamental electric charge, with his classic oil drop experiment.

Leptons, along with fermions (quarks) and bosons (which we will subsequently look at), compose the 'zoo' of elementary particles.

Physicists measure electric current in amps, electric potential difference in volts, and electrical resistance in ohms.

Visible, ultraviolet, and infrared light as well as X-rays and all types of radio waves are types of electromagnetic waves or electromagnetic radiation.

The total electric field integrated over a surface enclosing a volume of space gives the total amount of electric charge in that region of space.

A brief biography of Robert A. Millikan, who won the 1923 Nobel prize in physics for his famous Millikan oil drop experiment.

Multicolored tourmaline, the "gemstone of the rainbow," is prized for its unique color combinations and useful pyro-electric or piezoelectric properties.

Maxwell's equations synthesized physicists' understanding of electrodynamics and predicted the existence of electromagnetic waves.

High energy particle physicists who study elementary subatomic particles measure the energy of fundamental particles in units of electron volts, eVs.

An enclosed metal shell acting as a Faraday cage can offer protection from lightning and other electrical effects.

How do microwave ovens cook food? How is the energy of the microwaves converted to heat energy in our meals? How does microwave heating work?

Why is microwave heating of food often uneven so that one bite is scalding while the next is still frozen?

In the big bang theory, matter formed in the early universe as elementary particles including protons, electrons, and neutrons.

Fermions are a fundamental class of particles, and they are subdivided into two categories. Together, they serve as the building blocks of all matter.

What happens to metal inside a microwave oven? Why are the interior walls metal? Metal reflects microwaves and will conduct electric currents.

Schauberger's advice on how to turn lifeless water into vibrant, active water.

According to Einstein's famous equation, all matter is made of energy, but all matter is also made of fundamental particles - little, discrete, bundles of energy.

Bosons, along with fermions and leptons complete the 'zoo' of elementary particles.

The fermions are a class of elementary particles that are defined by their 1/2 integer spin, and the fact that they make up the matter that we interact with everyday.

Over time, the field of physics has discovered many new phenomena that defy easy description or naming. What do you call something that has never been seen before?

Philipp Lenard's major contribution to science was in the study of cathode rays, for which he won a Nobel Prize in Physics in 1905.

Salty water is a clear solution. Muddy water is opaque, because its coarser particles are a thousand times bigger than those of salt.

Airplanes are constantly struck by lightning but with no disastrous effects. Something went wrong on a Pan Am Boeing 707 and it crashed near Elkton, Maryland.

The finest indicator that perhaps enough time had passed to allow Doctor Who to be truly re-invented was with Dalek

Fundamental constituents called fermions bind together and form composite particles. These particles constitute most of the mass of atoms.

Ranging from the ever popular ethanol to the sterols, alcohols are a diverse class of organic compounds. Alcohols contain one or more hydroxyl (OH) groups.

Negative ions produced by salt lamps, falling water, and ionizing home air purifiers are beneficial to health, relaxation, learning, focus and creativity.

During a class, Oersted noticed that a compass near a wire carrying electricity was affected by the current induced magnetic field.

Close your eyes and imagine you're gliding over the ground atop a gyroscope. Now, open them, and take a gander at one of the most innovative methods of personal transport

Walking is a great form of exercise, and using a pedometer you can easily track your steps and push yourself further then you may have thought possible.

A brief history of the compass and the compass rose

What is the electromagnetic spectrum? It consists of all types of electromagnetic waves, including radio waves, X & gamma rays, & visible, ultraviolet, & infrared light.

The four known natural forces are, from strongest to weakest: strong nuclear, electromagnetic, weak nuclear, and gravity. Without forces structure could not exist.

Researchers have found that the river-dwelling platypus uses its bill together with an ability to detect electrical impulses to navigate underwater and find prey.

More than a combination of massage & reflexology, Vita-flex is a unique treatment that uses the body's energy meridians & reflex points to relieve pain & promote healing.

Protons and other types of hadrons interact via the strong nuclear force. Hadrons are further classified into mesons and baryons.

Leptons are a class of elementary subatomic particles, which includes electrons and neutrinos, that interact via the weak nuclear force.

In much of biological research, samples of DNA, RNA, or protein can be characterized by separating the molecules in a semi-solid medium exposed to an electric current.

Sailboarding in an electrical storm might be fun with the strong winds, but it can be dangerous. The risk is not huge winds or water spouts, but being hit by lightning.

The discovery of the positron paved the way for further realization that every particle known must also have an "anti" particle.

Air Tasers, C2's, concealed weapon handbags, these are a new generation of personal security devices and products on the market, especially for women.

TENS machines (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) are used in hospitals for pain relief. Now portable TENS machines are available for discreet use anywhere.

The first discovery of a subatomic particle would come in 1897, when J.J. Thompson first discovered evidence for the existence of the electron.

Acupuncture is mysterious to many of us, but it need not be. Generally painless, this ancient healing technique is effective for treating a variety of maladies.

Understanding their behaviour enables chemists to minimise the effects of harmful substances and reactions, and create new materials with novel and useful properties.