• Do atoms never touch?

  • Apr 18 2025
  • Length: 29 mins
  • Podcast
  • Summary

  • What are atoms made of? Why is everything made of atoms? Why are atoms so small? How many atoms are there in the world? How did scientists find atoms if we can’t see them? How do atoms get their color? We learn about atoms with Dr. Ben Still, author of “Particle Physics Brick by Brick” and “The Secret Life of the Periodic Table.” His new book, “How the Universe Works,” will be released in September.


    Check out Dr. Ben Still's YouTube channel to learn more about atomic, nuclear and particle physics.


    Download our learning guides: PDF | Google Slide | Transcript

    Further reading:

    Cosmic History - NASA

    The Secret Science of Atoms

    DOE Explains...Nucleosynthesis | Department of Energy

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