Question Reality: Matter
About this course
In this course, you'll explore the evolution of our understanding of the atom, tracing back to ancient Greece and highlighting pivotal discoveries throughout the 20th century. You'll also gain insights into modern concepts of matter and subatomic particles, including a fascinating look at the Large Hadron Collider at CERN. Additionally, the course delves into the intriguing differences between quantum mechanics and classical physics, and offers thought-provoking discussions on what it means for something to be knowable or unknowable.
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What you'll learn
- understanding the historical development of atomic theory
- knowledge of current theories regarding subatomic particles
- comparing concepts of quantum mechanics versus classical mechanics
- insight on the implications of these theories in our understanding of reality
Course objectives
- to provide a comprehensive timeline of atomic theory
- to explore current understandings of matter
- to analyze the differences in perspectives offered by quantum and classical theories
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