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Peterson, I. – Science News, 1989
Describes the theory and application of an atomic fountain which pushes the atoms by laser pulses. Discusses the applications in measuring atomic properties and in building an atomic clock. (YP)
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, Higher Education, Lasers, Measurement
Science News, 1990
This is a review of important science news stories of 1990 as reported in the pages of this journal. Areas covered include anthropology, astronomy, behavior, biology, biomedicine, chemistry, computers and math, earth sciences, environment, food science, materials science, paleobiology, physics, science and society, and space sciences. (CW)
Descriptors: College Science, Current Events, High Schools, Higher Education
