Lessons in Chemistry Series-Premiere Recap: The Calvin Evans Variable Introduction The highly anticipated Apple TV+ miniseries, Lessons in Chemistry, premiered with its first episode, “Little Miss Hastings.” Based on the best-selling novel by Bonnie Garmus, the series delves into the world of chemistry, love, and feminism in the 1950s and 60s. Starring Brie Larson as […]
Robert Oppenheimer: The Father of the Atomic Bomb Introduction The name Robert Oppenheimer is synonymous with the development of nuclear weapons and the immense power they hold. Known as the “father of the atomic bomb,” Oppenheimer played a pivotal role in the Manhattan Project during World War II, which ultimately led to the creation of […]
Understanding the Science behind the Summer Solstice What happens to the sun? During the summer solstice, the sun appears high in the sky at noon in the Northern Hemisphere. This is in contrast to the winter solstice, when the noon sun appears low in the sky. The sun’s position in the sky during the solstice […]
The Science Behind the Longest Day of the Year: The Summer Solstice Introduction The summer solstice, which falls on June 20 or 21 every year in the Northern Hemisphere, marks the day with the most daylight and heralds the start of astronomical summer in the Northern Hemisphere. This phenomenon has fascinated humans for centuries, prompting […]