Limitations of Bohr’s Quantum Theory of Spectra

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John Mulindi

Even though Niels Bohr’s quantum theory of spectra was regarded as one of the most revolutionary and successful theory of…

Black Hole Evaporation Phenomenon

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The discovery of a temperature seen by an accelerated fiducial observer adds a new dimension to the equivalence principle. Identical…

Demystifying Compton Scattering

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As the incident photon energy increases, the likelihood that it will undergo Photoelectric Effect decreases and the Compton Effect also…

The Decay of Black Holes

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Black holes are areas of space where the gravity is so strong that nothing, not even light can escape. However,…

The Fundamentals of Electromagnetic Waves

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Electromagnetic waves are electric and magnetic fields traveling through free space at the speed of light; in other words, an…

What is Dark Matter?

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The largest contribution to the mass of the universe is believed to come from dark matter (i.e. matter that we…

What are Atom Traps?

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Atoms that are cooled below a millikelvin can also be held in space with either static magnetic fields, laser fields,…

Lightning as an Electrical Phenomenon

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Friction produces electric charges high in the atmosphere. This occurs when small particles such as water droplets and ice collide…

The Principle & Application of Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR)

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Nuclear magnetic moments (along with electronic magnetic moments) precess (spin) when placed in an external magnetic field, B. The frequency…

The Physics Behind Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

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MRI provides physicians with a tool to assess a patient’s health. To have an MRI exam, the patient lies in…