Physics: Principles and Problems

Chapter 27: Quantum Theory

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Virtual Trips to Black Holes and Neutron Stars
Discover the astronomical implications of quantum mechanics. How are black holes and neutron stars related to quantum mechanics?
( http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/htmltest/rjn_bht.html )
The Quantum and the Cosmos I
Visit this scrapbook of the development of quantum theory. Describe Einstein's perspective on the idea that one could never predict the precise moment when an atom would emit a quantum of light.
( http://www.aip.org/history/einstein/quantum1.htm )
Electron Microscopy
This page explains how electron microscopes work. What is the difference between SEMs and TEMs?
( http://www.unl.edu/CMRAcfem/em.htm )
STM Image Gallery
This page is a Scanning Tunneling Microsopy (STM) gallery of atomic visualization images, including a quantum corral and an atomic fly-by.
( http://www.almaden.ibm.com/vis/stm/gallery.html )
Stephen Hawking
Visit Stephen Hawking's personal home page to learn about his history and listen to a discussion about his disability. How does he use computers to help him in his daily life?
( http://www.damtp.cam.ac.uk/user/hawking )
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