Probing the Structure of Liquids

Synopsis
Introduces the concept of radial distribution as a way of describing the ordering of the atoms or molecules in a liquid. Shows how the function can be determined in practice by X-ray scattering and neutron beam scattering. The advantages of the use of neutron beams over X-rays are discussed. The production of neutrons in a nuclear reactor is described and brief reference is made to their detection after scattering. Discusses a new source of material recently developed at the Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, the pulsed spallation source.
Series
Physics of Matter, The: Course S272
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. Standard formats. col. 25 min.
Year of production
1985
Availability
OUT OF DISTRIBUTION
Subjects
Physics
Keywords
atomic structure; liquids; matter; molecules

Credits

Producer
Nat Taylor

Production Company

Name

BBC Open University Productions

Distributor

Name

Open University Worldwide

Web
http://www.ouw.co.uk External site opens in new window
Phone
+44 (0) 1908 274066
Address
Walton Hall
Milton Keynes
MK7 6AA
Notes
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