Øye’s Fine-structure Constant
Conventional quantum physics tends to deal with physical phenomena in purely mathematical terms. There is little attempt to explain
Dead Dinosaurs
It’s a popular myth that oil and natural gas are the products of dead dinosaurs. However, the sheer quantity of hydrocarbons found in the depth of our planet is sufficient
Pilot Waves vs. Wavelengths
The standard explanation for how Faraday cages work is that the metal mesh from which it is constructed will let through only those
Newton’s Cradle
The strict particle model presented in my book on physics makes no distinction between the quantum level and macro level when it comes to motion.
For example
The Weight of the Proton
The proton has been measured and found lacking in weight. The difference between the expected weight and the measured weight was a full three
Three Energy Levels at the Subatomic
Detectable photons and neutrinos travel in straight lines. They do not interact much with each other and are largely unaffected by electromagnetic
The Twist of the Birkeland Current
Everywhere we look in the world around us, we find spiraling patterns. The shell of the Nautilus is often used as a symbol for this. The double helix
Lightning and Gamma Rays
Terrestrial lightning is frequently accompanied by gamma rays, first as a flash, and then as an afterglow that can last as long as a minute.
This can all be
Matters of Efficiency
Nature has a tendency towards efficiency. Not only do we see efficiency play a role in physics and chemistry. It shows up in biology and human behavior as well. This was
Floating Superconductors
When a superconductor is put close to a strong magnet, it will lock into the position where it has been put. It will neither fall nor rise. It will not slide off to the side.