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Boyer, Timothy H. – Scientific American, 1985
The classical vacuum of physics is not empty, but contains a distinctive pattern of electromagnetic fields. Discovery of the vacuum, thermal spectrum, classical electron theory, zero-point spectrum, and effects of acceleration are discussed. Connection between thermal radiation and the classical vacuum reveals unexpected unity in the laws of…
Descriptors: College Science, Higher Education, Physics, Science History
Lavenda, Bernard H. – Scientific American, 1985
Explains the phenomenon of Brownian motion, which serves as a mathematical model for random processes. Topics addressed include kinetic theory, Einstein's theory, particle displacement, and others. Points out that observations of the random course of a particle suspended in fluid led to the first accurate measurement of atomic mass. (DH)
Descriptors: Atomic Theory, Chemistry, College Science, Diffusion (Physics)
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Musser, George S. – Mercury, 1997
Reviews the theories and fundamental principles of physics as they relate to the comprehensibility of the cosmos. (DKM)
Descriptors: Electronics, Elementary Secondary Education, Energy, Force
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Timmerhaus, Klaus D. – Chemical Engineering Education, 1981
Discusses low temperature heat transfer, transient heat transfer, and developments in steady state heat transfer. (SK)
Descriptors: Chemistry, College Science, Engineering, Engineering Education