Atoms and electrons

audiobook

Atoms and electrons

by J. W. N. (John William Navin) Sullivan

EN·~3 hours·10 chapters

Chapters

10 total
1

Transcriber’s notes:

0:52
2

GENERAL INTRODUCTION

1:59
3

Chapter I Units and Notation

6:52
4

Chapter II Atoms and Molecules

29:25
5

Chapter III Constituents of the Atom

27:37
6

Chapter IV The Structure of the Atom

36:59
7

Chapter V Quantum Theory

27:41
8

Chapter VI The Grouping of Atoms

26:34
9

Chapter VII The Inner Regions

23:08
10

INDEX

0:58

Description

This compact volume opens a door to the invisible world of atoms and electrons, inviting curious minds to explore how the smallest building blocks shape the matter around us. Written for readers who appreciate clear, concise explanations, it strips away dense jargon while preserving scientific rigor. The author frames modern discoveries as an adventure, echoing the early twentieth‑century excitement of new physics.

The first sections lay a firm groundwork in measurement, introducing the centimetre‑gram‑second system and the language of dimensions that underpins all physical equations. Subsequent chapters guide the listener through the architecture of the atom, from its constituent particles to the emerging ideas of quantum theory, always using everyday analogies to make abstract concepts tangible. Throughout, illustrations of units, forces, and the behavior of electrons are woven into a narrative that builds confidence step by step.

Designed for avid learners rather than specialists, the book balances brevity with authority, encouraging listeners to question old assumptions in light of fresh evidence. It serves as an engaging springboard for anyone eager to grasp the fundamentals that later textbooks treat as given.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (174K characters)

Release date

2026-01-11

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

JW

J. W. N. (John William Navin) Sullivan

1886–1937

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