The W boson, described here, is important in the study of the differences between matter and antimatter. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is an article series that aims to summarize in a few paragraphs the meaning of different concepts in...

Rare particle decays, described here, are events that could lead to insights into the unknown processes of the universe. Scientists hope to learn more about them through research with particle accelerators. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is...

The Z boson, described here, is important in the study of electroweak force. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is an article series that aims to summarize in a few paragraphs the meaning of different concepts in particle physics.

Neutrinos, described here, are particles scientists still have a lot to learn about. They are trying to measure their masses. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is an article series that aims to summarize in a few paragraphs the meaning of...

A magnet quench, explained here, is a routine event that happens within a particle accelerator that can require the accelerator to be shut down for a period of repair, losing valuable research time. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is an...

Particle accelerators and what how they are used in research are explained briefly but succinctly here. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is an article series that aims to summarize in a few paragraphs the meaning of different concepts in...

Charm quarks, described in this article, are a type of quark that is basic to matter. A particle with a charm quark deteriorates quickly into a regular particle. A study of these quarks could reveal critical information about matter....

Virtual particles, described here, are particles that appear and disappear so rapidly they can be detected only by their effect on other particles. "Explain It In 60 Seconds" is an article series that aims to summarize in a few...

Cherenkov light is explained here as the light emitted when a charged particle travels through matter faster than light would be able to. This would be slower, however, than the maximum speed of light, which occurs in a vacuum. "Explain...

Scintillators are materials that can be used to detect the presence of radiation and of particles. This article gives a brief explanation of them.

This site defines reflection, separates reflection into two categories of amphichiral and chiral. The site also gives formulas used in reflective symmetry including point-plane distance, position of reflected points and has links to...

What is it that famous photographers do to make their images so pleasing to the eye? Find out if simple rules of geometry and symmetry can make you a better photographer.

Teachers can download this teaching package that looks at light and symmetry through the use of mirrors. Students will enjoy the nine mirror challenges, along with the hands-on activities described in the lessons. Teachers will...

Students use a graphing calculator to explore the relationship between the linear factors of a quadratic function and its zeros. They learn that the x-intercepts and axis of symmetry of a quadratic function can be determined from its...

This resource presents a basic description of fullerenes, their properties, and potential uses. It also contains information of R. Buckminster Fuller symmetry of fullerenes.

Given geometric figures on the coordinate plane, the student will apply the definition of congruence, in terms of rigid transformations, to identify congruent figures. The student will also identify and distinguish between reflectional...

A flowchart students can use as a tool to identify fossils based on their physical characteristics, e.g., segmentation, symmetry, lack of a skeleton, etc.

Series of illustrated essays on the different ways that the human body has been represented in art and science across history considers medieval astrology, the ancient Chinese practice of acupuncture, Vitruvius's notion of body symmetry,...

This article explores the shape, symmetry and surface structure of a football (or soccer ball, depending on your nationality) to see how this understanding can help one draw these sorts of complex shapes.

Given the graph of a function, determine if it's even, odd, or neither. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

Given the formula of a polynomial function, determine whether that function is even, odd, or neither. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

Take a tour of trigonometry using degrees or radians! Look for patterns in the values and on the graph when you change the value of theta. Compare the graphs of sine, cosine, and tangent.

A site showing the structures of water and ice and explaining how they are affected by hydrogen bonds. Includes a movie animating hydrogen bond formation and disruption.

Use Glencoe's Math Course 2 randomly generated self-checking quiz to test your knowledge of reflections. Each question has a "Hint" link to help. Choose the correct answer for each problem. At the bottom of the page click the "Check It"...