A Tiny Sun in a Jar Is Shedding Light on Solar Flares
This new lab experiment explores the physics involved in our star’s tumultuous interior regions—by creating a sphere of plasma. ..
This new lab experiment explores the physics involved in our star’s tumultuous interior regions—by creating a sphere of plasma. ..
Planck’s constant helps us understand atomic-sized things. One of the best ways to grok it is through this experiment involving different colors of light. ..
Back in 1909, figuring out the charge of a single electron was a Nobel-worthy pursuit. Today, it’s a good lesson in understanding four key forces. ..