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Complete the “Build a Molecule” simulation. Then list some common elements and their molecular formulas.
List of molecular formulas:
Build a molecule simulation: https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/build-a-molecule
Illustrations of molecules: https://stem.schooldatebooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Conservation-Matter-Imagine.pdf
STEM Career: Particle Physicist
Particle physicists are scientists who deal with subatomic particles—smaller than even an atom—that constitute matter and radiation. They study how particles exist, interact, and transform into other particles. This work is important in computer tomography and medical imaging, among other uses. Particle physicists also use synchrotrons to help develop medications.
Tools of the Trade
Accelerators, detectors, data analysis tools
Education Required
A bachelor’s degree in physics; most also earn master’s and doctoral academic degrees, specializing in particle physics.
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Complete the "Build a Molecule" simulation. Then list some common elements and their molecular formulas.
List of molecular formulas:
Build a molecule simulation: https://phet.colorado.edu/en/simulation/build-a-molecule
Illustrations of molecules: https://stem.schooldatebooks.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Conservation-Matter-Imagine.pdf
CAREER CONNECTION
STEM Career: Particle Physicist
Particle physicists are scientists who deal with subatomic particles—smaller than even an atom—that constitute matter and radiation. They study how particles exist, interact, and transform into other particles. This work is important in computer tomography and medical imaging, among other uses. Particle physicists also use synchrotrons to help develop medications.
Tools of the Trade
Accelerators, detectors, data analysis tools
Education Required
A bachelor's degree in physics; most also earn master's and doctoral academic degrees, specializing in particle physics.