Physics 271 - Modern Physics

Institution:

Maryville College

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Description:

4 credit hours Prerequisite: Physics 202 Introductions to the theories and supporting experimental evidence of selected topics in modern physics. Topics include: special relativity; relativistic mass, momentum, and energy; general relativity, warping of space-time, and black holes; particle-wave duality; uncertainty principle; atomic structure; quantum theory and atomic/molecular spectra; lasers; Schrodinger's equation; eigenvalues, eigenfunctions and expectation values; nuclear forces; radioactivity, nuclear fission and fusion; and nuclear reactors. Laboratory work involves experiments that explore the quantum nature of matter and energy.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.maryvillecollege.edu

Phone Number:

(865) 981-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Four-one-four plan

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