Peer reviewedERIC Number: EJ336512
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Publication Date: 1986
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The Tunneling Microscope: A New Look at the Atomic World.
Golovchenko, J. A.
Science, v232 n4746 p48-53 Apr 4 1986
A new instrument called the tunneling microscope has recently been developed that is capable of generating real-space images of surfaces showing atomic structure. Discusses current capabilities, limitations, and the physics involved in the technique. Includes results from a study of silicon crystal surfaces. (JN)
Descriptors: Atomic Structure, College Science, Higher Education, Microscopes, Physics, Science Education, Science Equipment
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - General
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Language: English
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