Articles related to "Subatomic Particles"
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.
atomic theory • j j thompson • history of the electron • discovery of the electron • george johnstone stoney
The first discovery of a subatomic particle would come in 1897, when J.J. Thompson first discovered evidence for the existence of the electron.
atomic theory • j j thompson • history of the electron • discovery of the electron • george johnstone stoney
Understanding Bosons and Fermions
The Higgs boson, aka the god particle, which physicists hope to detect with the new LHC, is the holy grail of modern particle physics. What are bosons and fermions?
bosons • fermions • higgs boson • large hadron collider • lhc
The Higgs boson, aka the god particle, which physicists hope to detect with the new LHC, is the holy grail of modern particle physics. What are bosons and fermions?
bosons • fermions • higgs boson • large hadron collider • lhc
What Are Hadrons
Protons and other types of hadrons interact via the strong nuclear force. Hadrons are further classified into mesons and baryons.
hadron • subatomic particles • high energy particle physics • large hadron collider • lhc
Protons and other types of hadrons interact via the strong nuclear force. Hadrons are further classified into mesons and baryons.
hadron • subatomic particles • high energy particle physics • large hadron collider • lhc
What Are Leptons
Leptons are a class of elementary subatomic particles, which includes electrons and neutrinos, that interact via the weak nuclear force.
lepton • subatomic particles • particle physics • elementary particles • hadron
Leptons are a class of elementary subatomic particles, which includes electrons and neutrinos, that interact via the weak nuclear force.
lepton • subatomic particles • particle physics • elementary particles • hadron
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.
particle acceleration • particle physics • how are subatomic particles discovered • how are subatomic particles studied • what is a particle accelerator
The history of subatomic research is truly interesting - from the early laboratory experiments to capturing cosmic rays to the glory of modern accelerators.
particle acceleration • particle physics • how are subatomic particles discovered • how are subatomic particles studied • what is a particle accelerator
Can the CERN LHC Destroy Earth?
A calculation of the total energy density produced by protons in the Large Hadron Collider at CERN shows it is not likely to destroy Earth.
large hadron collider • lhc • subatomic particles • proton • hadron
A calculation of the total energy density produced by protons in the Large Hadron Collider at CERN shows it is not likely to destroy Earth.
large hadron collider • lhc • subatomic particles • proton • hadron
Electricity Terms to Learn
In this article, electrical terms are identified and explained. A list of Scientists are included, for further research.
electricity • science • protons • neutrons • atoms
In this article, electrical terms are identified and explained. A list of Scientists are included, for further research.
electricity • science • protons • neutrons • atoms
What are Electron Volts
High energy particle physicists who study elementary subatomic particles measure the energy of fundamental particles in units of electron volts, eVs.
ev • electron volt • mev • energy • elementary particles
High energy particle physicists who study elementary subatomic particles measure the energy of fundamental particles in units of electron volts, eVs.
ev • electron volt • mev • energy • elementary particles
The Universe Defies Atheism
Atheism has few answers when presented with the origin and nature of the universe. This article explains why.
universe • origin • human • life • complex
Atheism has few answers when presented with the origin and nature of the universe. This article explains why.
universe • origin • human • life • complex
Chemistry- Fun, Facts, and Things To Do
Fun Chemistry facts, activities and things to do!,Fun Chemistry facts, activities and things to do!
chemistry • science • stages of matter • states of matter • atoms
Fun Chemistry facts, activities and things to do!,Fun Chemistry facts, activities and things to do!
chemistry • science • stages of matter • states of matter • atoms
Chemistry Major
The chemistry major is a popular major at many schools that is a prerequisite for Medical School programs as well as for many careers in pure and applied sciences.
chemistry major • christopher e. katz • sepracor pharmaceuticals • fundamental building blocks • components of the atom
The chemistry major is a popular major at many schools that is a prerequisite for Medical School programs as well as for many careers in pure and applied sciences.
chemistry major • christopher e. katz • sepracor pharmaceuticals • fundamental building blocks • components of the atom
The Building Blocks of Matter
Fermions are a fundamental class of particles, and they are subdivided into two categories. Together, they serve as the building blocks of all matter.
building blocks of matter • quark color charge • quarks and leptons • up and down quarks • quark flavors and generations
Fermions are a fundamental class of particles, and they are subdivided into two categories. Together, they serve as the building blocks of all matter.
building blocks of matter • quark color charge • quarks and leptons • up and down quarks • quark flavors and generations
Introduction to Electricity
In this article you will be introduced to electricity and learn to make a simple circiut.
electricity • science • protons • neutrons • atoms
In this article you will be introduced to electricity and learn to make a simple circiut.
electricity • science • protons • neutrons • atoms
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.
atoms • molecules • cells • atomic • molecular
A discussion on the role of atoms in entity creation - matter & energy - and in the formation of cells that make up the human body.
atoms • molecules • cells • atomic • molecular
The Scientific Method made simple
Students don't realize they are applying the <i>Scientific Method</i> in their every day activities, as well as in the science classroom. Discover what the Scientific Method actually is, and how we naturally gravitate to this kind of logical reasoning.
education • science • lesson plan • scientific method
Students don't realize they are applying the <i>Scientific Method</i> in their every day activities, as well as in the science classroom. Discover what the Scientific Method actually is, and how we naturally gravitate to this kind of logical reasoning.
education • science • lesson plan • scientific method
The Big and the Small - Part 2
Last week we looked at how the four fundamental forces influence matter on the atomic and microscopic scales, this week we look at the macroscopic and cosmic scales.
4 forces • four forces • gravity • weak force • strong force
Last week we looked at how the four fundamental forces influence matter on the atomic and microscopic scales, this week we look at the macroscopic and cosmic scales.
4 forces • four forces • gravity • weak force • strong force
Everything I Think I See -- Part 1: The Science of Observing
You've probably heard people say, "Life is what you make of it." Or how about, "Life is but a dream." In the years to come, science might just prove them right. In Part 1 of 3, find out what quantum theory has to say about this interesting topic and how we may, in fact, create our own reality. It's all science that frequently makes its way into our favorite SF stories.
quantum theory • quantum mechanics • multiple universes • the heisenberg uncertainty principle • max planck
You've probably heard people say, "Life is what you make of it." Or how about, "Life is but a dream." In the years to come, science might just prove them right. In Part 1 of 3, find out what quantum theory has to say about this interesting topic and how we may, in fact, create our own reality. It's all science that frequently makes its way into our favorite SF stories.
quantum theory • quantum mechanics • multiple universes • the heisenberg uncertainty principle • max planck
The 2001 Principle
the 2001 principle • websites • argument from design • theological argument • web sites
the 2001 principle • websites • argument from design • theological argument • web sites
Black Hole Singularity
Inside the event horizon or Schwarzschild radius of a static isolated black hole the mass of the collapsed star is compressed into a singularity point.
black holes • singularity • schwarzschild radius • event horizon • naked singularity
Inside the event horizon or Schwarzschild radius of a static isolated black hole the mass of the collapsed star is compressed into a singularity point.
black holes • singularity • schwarzschild radius • event horizon • naked singularity
Formation of Structure in the Universe
Can we get from the microwave background to galaxies with cold dark matter?
cold dark matter • cdm • cosmic microwave background • cmb • astronomy
Can we get from the microwave background to galaxies with cold dark matter?
cold dark matter • cdm • cosmic microwave background • cmb • astronomy
Induction vs. Deduction in Science
The "Scientific Method" is often summed up as a choice between two diametrically opposed, yet often coexisting modes of thought: Induction and Deduction
induction vs. deduction • scientific method • creating a scientific theory • albert einstein • induction and deduction in physics
The "Scientific Method" is often summed up as a choice between two diametrically opposed, yet often coexisting modes of thought: Induction and Deduction
induction vs. deduction • scientific method • creating a scientific theory • albert einstein • induction and deduction in physics
Lithium's Rarity in the Universe
The periodic table goes Hydrogen, Helium, Lithium, but due to its unique properties Lithium rarely enjoys the Universe's first-born status like its two older siblings.
lithium properties • early universe chemistry • lithium abundance • spallation • elements abundance in universe
The periodic table goes Hydrogen, Helium, Lithium, but due to its unique properties Lithium rarely enjoys the Universe's first-born status like its two older siblings.
lithium properties • early universe chemistry • lithium abundance • spallation • elements abundance in universe
Return of the Cosmic Banditos
There comes a time in every reader's life when you just put a book down, finished, completely certain that what you just read means everything and nothing at all.
cosmic • banditos • a.c. • weisbecker • captain zero
There comes a time in every reader's life when you just put a book down, finished, completely certain that what you just read means everything and nothing at all.
cosmic • banditos • a.c. • weisbecker • captain zero
Scientist Werner Heisenberg
Werner Karl Heisenberg's brief bio. He laid the foundations of Quantum Mechanics, and formulated the 'Uncertainty Principle' and 'Matrix Mechanics.'
werner heisenberg • biography of heisenberg • heisenberg and uncertainty principle • heisenberg atomic model • formulated matrix mechanics
Werner Karl Heisenberg's brief bio. He laid the foundations of Quantum Mechanics, and formulated the 'Uncertainty Principle' and 'Matrix Mechanics.'
werner heisenberg • biography of heisenberg • heisenberg and uncertainty principle • heisenberg atomic model • formulated matrix mechanics
The Mobius Strip
Making the mathematical wonder known as a Mobius strip is surprisingly easy, though understanding it on a mathematical level adds a whole new complexity.
mobius strip • ferdinand mobius • topology • mathematical paradoxes • math projects
Making the mathematical wonder known as a Mobius strip is surprisingly easy, though understanding it on a mathematical level adds a whole new complexity.
mobius strip • ferdinand mobius • topology • mathematical paradoxes • math projects
The Planck Time and the Big Bang
In the big bang theory, the Planck time is the first miniscule fraction of a second after the initial big bang. The universe had just come into being.
big bang theory • universe • planck time • cosmic background radiation • hubble plot
In the big bang theory, the Planck time is the first miniscule fraction of a second after the initial big bang. The universe had just come into being.
big bang theory • universe • planck time • cosmic background radiation • hubble plot
Three Great Physics Theories
Isaac Newton invented calculus to describe things that are moving or changing in some way. This was just the beginning of more new and exciting physics theories to come.
general relativity • theory of relativity • quantum theory • heisenberg • uncertainty principle
Isaac Newton invented calculus to describe things that are moving or changing in some way. This was just the beginning of more new and exciting physics theories to come.
general relativity • theory of relativity • quantum theory • heisenberg • uncertainty principle
Watchmen Character Profiles: Dr. Manhattan
Dr. John Osterman, aka Dr. Manhattan, takes the archetype of the atomic superhero to its logical end. Dr. Manhattan is a brilliant, powerful, and alienated man.
characters of watchmen • dr. manhattan • alan moore movie adaptation • watchmen movie characters • cold war watchmen
Dr. John Osterman, aka Dr. Manhattan, takes the archetype of the atomic superhero to its logical end. Dr. Manhattan is a brilliant, powerful, and alienated man.
characters of watchmen • dr. manhattan • alan moore movie adaptation • watchmen movie characters • cold war watchmen
Wave Particle Duality
Light and all types of subatomic elementary particle show properties of both waves and particles.
quantum physics • de broglie • wave particle duality • photon light • davisson germer experiment
Light and all types of subatomic elementary particle show properties of both waves and particles.
quantum physics • de broglie • wave particle duality • photon light • davisson germer experiment
Einstein's Special Relativity
Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity predicts some unusual effects when traveling near the speed of light.
time dilation • special relativity • einstein • michelson morley experiment • lorentz contraction
Einstein's Special Theory of Relativity predicts some unusual effects when traveling near the speed of light.
time dilation • special relativity • einstein • michelson morley experiment • lorentz contraction
Explaining Wittgenstein (Part 1)
Wittengstein is among the most challenging philosophers for academics, students, and philosophical laymen alike. These pages explain some of his most important ideas.
wittgenstein • tractatus logico-philosophicus • logic • language • linguistics
Wittengstein is among the most challenging philosophers for academics, students, and philosophical laymen alike. These pages explain some of his most important ideas.
wittgenstein • tractatus logico-philosophicus • logic • language • linguistics
Forms of Mathematical Symmetry
In Mathematics and many of applications thereof, there is great importance placed on the idea of symmetry and the methods of transforming one thing into another.
symmetry • mathematical symmetry • rotational symmetry • mirror image • reflectional symmetry
In Mathematics and many of applications thereof, there is great importance placed on the idea of symmetry and the methods of transforming one thing into another.
symmetry • mathematical symmetry • rotational symmetry • mirror image • reflectional symmetry
Is the Universe Biocentric?
Biocentrism is a recent and highly controversial theory that proposes the existence of the universe is dependent upon the presence of life within that universe.
biocentrism • biocentric universe • immaterialism • quantum mechanics • quantum physics
Biocentrism is a recent and highly controversial theory that proposes the existence of the universe is dependent upon the presence of life within that universe.
biocentrism • biocentric universe • immaterialism • quantum mechanics • quantum physics
Principles of Particle Detection
The scientific explanation of what exactly is happening within a particle accelerator experiment is not that complicated. It relies on just a couple fundamental laws.
how does a particle accelerator work • particle collisions • theoretical physics • albert einstein • what is a particle accelerator
The scientific explanation of what exactly is happening within a particle accelerator experiment is not that complicated. It relies on just a couple fundamental laws.
how does a particle accelerator work • particle collisions • theoretical physics • albert einstein • what is a particle accelerator
Ten Children's Science Toys
There has never been a wider range of science toys on the market. This article highlights just a few of the many fun and educational gifts available.
science toys • science-related toys • educational toys • chemistry set • electronics kit
There has never been a wider range of science toys on the market. This article highlights just a few of the many fun and educational gifts available.
science toys • science-related toys • educational toys • chemistry set • electronics kit
The Dark Side I
In the first part, we present the evolution of cosmology leading to the postulation of dark matter, the Universe Age Crisis, and the lines of research pursued to solve it.
dark matter • dark energy • einstein • hubble • machos
In the first part, we present the evolution of cosmology leading to the postulation of dark matter, the Universe Age Crisis, and the lines of research pursued to solve it.
dark matter • dark energy • einstein • hubble • machos
The Nature and Characteristics of Science
In simplest terms, science is the search for natural truths.
science • serendipity • science investigation • scientific knowledge • scientific truth
In simplest terms, science is the search for natural truths.
science • serendipity • science investigation • scientific knowledge • scientific truth
Cities in the Sky
<b><i>The</i></b> plan. Well, OK, <b>a</b> plan.
space development • politics • moon mining • space studies • trojan orbit
<b><i>The</i></b> plan. Well, OK, <b>a</b> plan.
space development • politics • moon mining • space studies • trojan orbit
Defining Quantum Mechanics
Quantum physics is recognized by many as one of the most difficult concepts in science. While this is surely true, it is not entirely beyond the grasp of the layman.
what is quantum mechanics • albert einstein • theory of relativity • thomas young • uncertainty
Quantum physics is recognized by many as one of the most difficult concepts in science. While this is surely true, it is not entirely beyond the grasp of the layman.
what is quantum mechanics • albert einstein • theory of relativity • thomas young • uncertainty
Earth versus human spirituality
Spirituality often inflates the importance of humanity. But in fact our species is dangerous or at least irrelevant to the balance of life on Earth. So why are we here, and what should we believe?
spiritual movements • anthropocentric • anthropocentrism • physical universe • religious teachings
Spirituality often inflates the importance of humanity. But in fact our species is dangerous or at least irrelevant to the balance of life on Earth. So why are we here, and what should we believe?
spiritual movements • anthropocentric • anthropocentrism • physical universe • religious teachings
Is Time Travel Possible?
Time Travel has been a favorite subject for science fiction enthusiasts. Yet scientists do have an idea on how it can be done. Some of these ideas will be discussed.
time travel • possibility of time travel • travel to the future • travel to the past • future
Time Travel has been a favorite subject for science fiction enthusiasts. Yet scientists do have an idea on how it can be done. Some of these ideas will be discussed.
time travel • possibility of time travel • travel to the future • travel to the past • future
Looking down the barrel
Gamma Ray Bursts (GRB's) puzzled astronomers for decades since their discovery by the Vela nuclear test surveillance satellites in the 60's. Scientists think now the mystery has been solved, adding yet another (unlikely) threat to the catastrophes lurking out there.
grb • compton • bepposax • gamma rays • x-rays
Gamma Ray Bursts (GRB's) puzzled astronomers for decades since their discovery by the Vela nuclear test surveillance satellites in the 60's. Scientists think now the mystery has been solved, adding yet another (unlikely) threat to the catastrophes lurking out there.
grb • compton • bepposax • gamma rays • x-rays
Radiation Oncology
Great advances in radiation oncology have been made in recent years. This cancer treatment is now more effective and less harmful than in previous years.
radiation oncology • x-rays • gamma rays • photons • isotopes
Great advances in radiation oncology have been made in recent years. This cancer treatment is now more effective and less harmful than in previous years.
radiation oncology • x-rays • gamma rays • photons • isotopes
Life As We Don't Know It (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our look at Hollywood’s portrayal of extraterrestrial intelligence we continue our discussion of the film <I>Contact</I> and then get ready for our next movie, <I>Independence Day</I>, which will be covered in Part 3.
science fiction • sci-fi • sf • science fiction book reviews • science fiction history
In Part 2 of our look at Hollywood’s portrayal of extraterrestrial intelligence we continue our discussion of the film <I>Contact</I> and then get ready for our next movie, <I>Independence Day</I>, which will be covered in Part 3.
science fiction • sci-fi • sf • science fiction book reviews • science fiction history
Everything I Think I See -- Part 2: From Fiction's Watchtower
In part 2 of 3 we take a look at how the writers of <i>Star Trek</i> have incorporated real-life science into the series. Featured are the DS9 episode "If Wishes Were Horses" and the TNG episode "All Good Things..." plus an examination of transporters and torpedoes.
star trek • science fiction • sf • sci-fi • science fiction and society
In part 2 of 3 we take a look at how the writers of <i>Star Trek</i> have incorporated real-life science into the series. Featured are the DS9 episode "If Wishes Were Horses" and the TNG episode "All Good Things..." plus an examination of transporters and torpedoes.
star trek • science fiction • sf • sci-fi • science fiction and society
In Defense of Psychoanalysis - Part II
All theories - scientific or not - start with a problem. They aim to solve it by proving that what appears to be "problematic" is not. They re-state the conundrum, or introduce new data, new variables, a new classification, or new organizing principles. They incorporate the problem in a larger body of knowledge, or in a conjecture ("solution").
narcissism • personality • narcissistic • narcissistic personality disorder • npd
All theories - scientific or not - start with a problem. They aim to solve it by proving that what appears to be "problematic" is not. They re-state the conundrum, or introduce new data, new variables, a new classification, or new organizing principles. They incorporate the problem in a larger body of knowledge, or in a conjecture ("solution").
narcissism • personality • narcissistic • narcissistic personality disorder • npd
Everything I Think I See -- Part 3: Of Mind and Matter
There are several paranormal phenomena that have become an important part of late 20th-century culture. Among these are UFOs and alien abductions. Are these things real, or do we create them in our mind, projecting what we want to see into a reality that’s all our own? In part 3 of 3, we offer one possible explanation.
aliens • alien abductions • ufo • ufos • communion
There are several paranormal phenomena that have become an important part of late 20th-century culture. Among these are UFOs and alien abductions. Are these things real, or do we create them in our mind, projecting what we want to see into a reality that’s all our own? In part 3 of 3, we offer one possible explanation.
aliens • alien abductions • ufo • ufos • communion
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