In my previous article, I discussed the equation E = mc2 and talked about how scientists used this equation, a ton of money, and a mountain of hardware to invent the “atomic bomb.” The city of Oak Ridge, Tennessee, was constructed solely for the purpose of enriching the uranium needed for the atomic bomb. A…
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Physics-Fact and Fancy
In a previous article, I mentioned the fact that an earth-like planet had been observed revolving around our nearest neighbor. This closest star is called Alpha Centauri. When I first read this, my thought was: “Why don’t we run over and take a look?” This thought did not last very long, however. Alpha Centauri is…
Physics: Fact and Fancy
This feature article is part one of two articles from Dr. Jerry Webb. Be on the lookout for part two next Wednesday on Saline River Chronicle. Our solar system (the sun and eight planets) is part of the “Milky Way Galaxy.” Astronomers tell us there are billions of stars in the Milky Way Galaxy. The…