Unveiling the Mystery of Invisible Atoms

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the nature of atoms, specifically addressing the concept of their invisibility and the theoretical frameworks that describe their structure, including historical models and experimental evidence. The scope includes conceptual understanding and historical context of atomic theory.

Discussion Character

  • Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested, Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions how atoms can be described as consisting of electrons, a nucleus, and quasi-particles if they are invisible.
  • Another participant argues that the understanding of atomic structure is based on historical experiments, referencing the Rutherford and Bohr models as foundational to modern atomic theory.
  • Brownian motion is mentioned as evidence of atomic behavior, attributed to Albert Einstein's explanation of the movement of particles due to atomic collisions.
  • There is a challenge regarding the educational background of participants, with requests for detailed explanations of atomic concepts.
  • A later reply suggests that the initial participant should read the provided links for a better understanding before asking further questions.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion features a lack of consensus, with participants expressing differing levels of understanding and engagement with the topic. Some participants provide historical context while others seek clarification and deeper explanations.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include varying levels of knowledge among participants, assumptions about prior education, and the reliance on historical models that may not encompass all current theories of atomic structure.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in the foundational concepts of atomic theory, historical developments in physics, and those seeking clarification on the nature of atomic invisibility.

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If atom are invisible then how can one say that atoms are made up of electrons nucleus and quasi particles.
 
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We can say this, based on historical experiments over the years such that it has become common knowledge.

The most famous of which is the Rutherford model:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rutherford_model

Later the Bohr model explained why electrons can orbit without losing energy which was the birth of Quantum Mechanics and our present understanding.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bohr_model

Then there's the brownian motion explanation from Albert Einstein where invisible atoms are colliding particles of dust causing them to skitter about randomly.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brownian_motion
 
By how they have performed their experiments on which means they could find them.
 
No sir then tell me how you could know this concept in detail.
Explain in broadway in your perspective view with your own words pls.
 
Explain the concept in detail sir first.
 
While I would like to write a book on the subject I cannot spend the time.

Please read the links provided and then ask more reasonable questions.

Thread closed.
 

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