Finding Free Chemistry & Physics Articles Online

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In summary, the conversation discusses the speaker's interest in chemistry and physics and their use of the internet as a source of information. They express frustration with not being able to access certain articles and ask for alternatives. The response suggests using websites such as Arxiv and PubMed for free access to articles and also mentions the option of visiting a university library.
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Hello,
As a person who is really interested in chemistry and physics, I like to learn more about things that seem interesting to me. Internet has bee n a good source for me so far, but sometimes there are papers-articles I want to read, for example in http://pubs.acs.org/ or http://www.sciencedirect.com/ , I can't access to them because I have to buy them in order to read. Is there a way for me to read them without buying?
Please note that I don't mean pirating those articles. I (kind of) know that the price is necessary if you want to have rights to (for example) copy the articles and distribute them to your students and so on. But I just want to read them only because I'm curious- and don't intend to make benefits from it. Maybe they are letting students to read articles.
And one more thing, I'm new in the PF and while looking into the rules, I red that one should use those websites http://ip-science.thomsonreuters.com/mjl/ or http://arxiv.org/ for quoting certain articles. Can I read articles freely there?
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Arxiv is a good place to start, and AFAIK, the articles there are all freely available to read. Another good repository is PubMed:

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed

many of the articles there are free as well (not all, tho).
 
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How far are you from a university library? If it carries the journals that you're interested in, you can go there in person and read them.
 

1. What are the best websites to find free chemistry and physics articles online?

Some of the best websites to find free chemistry and physics articles online are PubMed, Google Scholar, and arXiv. These databases contain a vast collection of peer-reviewed articles from various scientific journals and publications.

2. Can I access articles from well-known scientific journals for free?

Yes, some well-known scientific journals such as Nature, Science, and Cell offer free access to a limited number of articles. However, a subscription or payment may be required for full access to their entire collection.

3. Are there any websites specifically for open access chemistry and physics articles?

Yes, there are several websites dedicated to providing open access to chemistry and physics articles, such as PLOS ONE, Directory of Open Access Journals (DOAJ), and Open Access Theses and Dissertations (OATD). These websites allow free access to a wide range of scientific literature.

4. How can I ensure the credibility and reliability of the articles I find online?

To ensure the credibility and reliability of the articles you find online, it is important to check the source and the author's credentials. Look for articles from reputable journals and authors with expertise in the field. Additionally, you can also check for citations and references to other reliable sources within the article.

5. Can I use these articles for my own research or academic purposes?

Yes, as long as you properly cite the source, you can use these articles for your own research or academic purposes. However, it is important to be aware of any copyright restrictions or terms of use for the specific articles or websites you are accessing.

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