Making ultrabright x-rays
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The discovery of highly-luminous sources of x-rays did not only create a better understanding of molecular structures, but enabled experts to create advanced materials such as semiconductors. Ultrabright rays are formed by circular tubes, whose electrons travel as fast as the speed of light.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1998
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The discovery of X-rays
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Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen discovered X-rays in Nov. 1895 while studying the behavior of cathode rays. This accidental discovery eventually led to the birth of a new technology which is used today in a variety of medical, commercial and industrial applications.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1995
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Cosmic rays at the energy frontier
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Cosmic rays were first discovered in 1912. They carry more energy than any other known particles. Scientists continue to construct and maintain gigantic air-shower detector networks to determine their origins.
Publication Name: Scientific American
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0036-8733
Year: 1997
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