Transforming the spectral lines of each element into a musical tone provides a fun tool for teasing out patterns in the electronic structures of atoms.
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IMAGE: With each atom assigned a tonal signature based on its spectral signature, music can be a powerful tool for helping students understand atomic structure. Jill Linz is working toward synthesizing. view more
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MELVILLE, N.Y., December 10, 2020 With each atom assigned a tonal signature based on its spectral signature, music can be a powerful tool for helping students understand atomic structure.
Jill Linz, at Skidmore College, is working toward synthesizing unique tones for each element to create an acoustic version of the periodic table. She will discuss her progress and the potential applications of the project at the 179th Meeting of the Acoustical Society of America, which will be held virtually Dec. 7-10.