Science Globe: why and how?
21 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 9 years ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsDiscussion on various topics of Science
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Solving Schrodinger equation
June 30, 2015 14:51Recap of Quantum mechanics and how to solve Schrodinger equation. Discussion on what information we can get from solving Schrodinger equation and why is it important pertaining to modern electronics.
What is Quantum Mechanics?
June 24, 2015 18:52Introduction on Quantum mechanics: basis of quantum mechanics like Schrodinger equation and how its solution help us understand matter around us.
Why the heck do we need Quantum Mechanics?
May 06, 2015 01:22Introduction on Quantum Mechanics and why classical theories doesn't work for subatomic particles?
How do materials fail?
May 04, 2015 00:16Why materials fail and what different ways materials can fail? Discussion on difference between brittle and ductile fracture, and fatigue and creep.
What are polymers?
April 25, 2015 15:05What are polymers and how they are formed? What determines their properties and current research in the field of polymers.
How matter interacts with the light?
April 22, 2015 02:08Discussion on how matter interacts with the light and how this interaction can help explain many optical properties in the matter. Also, answer to why radio waves can be transmitted through the walls? If you have any question, contact me here- https://twitter.com/devendermaun
Why glass is transparent?
April 18, 2015 16:43How light interact with solids? Discussion on phenomena of absorption, reflection and transmission and how they relate to glass with focus on electron-light interaction.
How do batteries work?
April 14, 2015 03:03Working principle of batteries with focus on Lithium-ion based batteries.
How do microwaves cook food?
April 02, 2015 23:39Mechanism behind microwave cooking. We discuss microwaves and how they interact with water which is key for heating. Also why not to use metals utensil and why ceramics and plastics are not affected by microwaves.
What causes the northern lights?
April 01, 2015 22:51Discussion on how northern lights are produced and how sun is related to them.
How LEDs work and a short guide on Semiconductors
March 31, 2015 22:08Working principle of LEDs and why they are made from semiconductors. A quick guide on semiconductors and how doping can change them. More discussion here- http://devender-maun.blogspot.com/2015/03/how-leds-work-and-short-guide-on.html
How do solar cells work?
March 31, 2015 02:07Discussion on how do solar cells work? Why semiconductors are used in solar cells and explanation of photoelectric effect? For more details and schematics check this link: http://devender-maun.blogspot.com/
Why does lightning strike?
March 29, 2015 22:56Reason behind lightning strikes and some fun facts on thunderstorms.
Why Is Sky Blue And Grass Green?
March 28, 2015 23:50Discussion on why various objects have different color and fundamental mechanisms by which colors are produced. We discuss Rayleigh scattering, electronic transitions and concepts of absorption and reflection.
How was the Universe created? The Big Bang Theory
March 27, 2015 23:00Discussion on how the Universe was created. A short guide on the Big Bang Theory also. Check this for details- http://devender-maun.blogspot.com/
A short guide on subatomic particles- Quarks And Leptons
March 26, 2015 22:36A short guide on what constitute matter. A quick summary of subatomic particles. For more details check this- http://devender-maun.blogspot.com/
Why Do We Feel The Heat Of The Sun
March 25, 2015 22:01Discussion on why do we feel the heat of the sun. For more details check this- http://devender-maun.blogspot.com/
How is heat conducted?
March 24, 2015 22:18Discussion on how is heat conducted and why metals are good conductor of heat.
Why do metals conduct electricity
March 23, 2015 23:22Understanding why metals conduct electricity whereas ceramics/dielectric do not.
Difference between metals and ceramics
March 22, 2015 23:07Trying to understand difference between metals and ceramics in terms of bonding.
Why do solids exist?
March 22, 2015 04:19Discussion on why do material exist as solid? Fundamental driving force and concept of bonding.