Northeastern Illinois University
Society of Physics Students
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Northeastern Illinois University
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STMs are used to directly image atoms or groups of atoms. Learn how Scanning Tunneling Microscopes work, and how the atomic world is observed. Students will be on hand to demonstrate the microscope and allow you to see actual atoms in a solid structure. You’ll be amazed at just how organized and disorganized atomic structures can be!
Are you interested in flight? Have you ever wondered what makes balloons float or kites stay in the air? Here’s your chance to get some answers to those questions, and have fun at the same time! Bring a kite, boomerang, glider, or anything else that can fly (or use one of ours) and toss it into the air! Physics students will be available to discuss the physics of flight and the contributions of Daniel Bernoulli to the field. There will also be instructions on how to build your own paper airplanes and kites.
Understanding waves is essential in order to grasp many physical concepts. We will show you how a medium such as a string or plate is affected by waves being produced on it. Then we’ll explore how changes to the material can affect the wave itself. If you’ve ever wondered how musical instruments produce the beautiful sounds we hear, you won’t want to miss this demonstration!
