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Goth, George W. – Physics Teacher, 1995
Describes an exercise that allows the measurement of the sizes of biological samples by means of the diffraction of light. (JRH)
Descriptors: Biochemistry, Biology, Light, Measurement
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Trower, W. P.; Ficenec, J. R. – Physics Teacher, 1971
Presents information about the nucleus gained by studies of electron scattering. Discusses what can be implied about the shape of the charge distribution, the nucleus positions, the vibrational modes of the nucleus, the momentum of the nucleus, and the granularity and core structures of the nucleus. (DS)
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, College Science, Energy, Nuclear Physics
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Cotter, Maurice J.; Taylor, Kathleen – Physics Teacher, 1978
Describes the technique, effects, and results of examining painting via neutron activation analysis. (SL)
Descriptors: Art, Art Education, Painting (Visual Arts), Physical Examinations
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Casey, James – Physics Teacher, 1993
A simple experiment concerning the elasticity of wood is described that can easily be performed at home. The forces needed to produce a stress in wood are measured and compared. Provides a mathematical discussion of the elasticity and stress of wood. (MVL)
Descriptors: Force, Home Study, Lumber Industry, Physics