Curated OER
Angular Solution of Hydrogen Atom
Students participate in an angular solution of hydrogen activity. Using this activity, students also illustrate eigenvalue problems applied in mathematics. They explore Schrodinger's equation and particle wave duality.
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Physics 2000: Spectral Lines
Several pages from an excellent site which describe the science of spectroscopy. The unique atomic emission (and absorption) line spectrum of elements are illustrated and explained. Includes a Java applet depicting the quantum energy...
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Models of the Hydrogen Atom
In this activity, learners will explore several different models of the hydrogen atom and compare and contrast them using an online java applet.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: Erwin Schrodinger Nobel Lecture: Idea of Wave Mechanics
At this site from The Nobel Foundation you can download and read Erwin Schrodinger's Nobel Lecture entitled "The fundamental idea of wave mechanics" which is available in PDF format.
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Erwin Schrodinger
A very detailed biography of Erwin Schrodinger. Including links and cross references to historical topics.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Science World: Erwin Schrodinger
ScienceWorld.com offers a brief biography and image of Austrian physicist and inventor of wave mechanics, Erwin Schrodinger.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: What Can Schrodinger's Cat Teach Us About Quantum Mechanics?
One great example of quantum physics' weirdness can be shown in the Schrodinger's cat thought experiment. Josh Samani walks us through this experiment in quantum entanglement. [5:24]
Other
Iun: Modern Atomic Theory
This is an excellent site with information on the discovery of the atom and the different models. Includes a sample question and answer using Planck's constant.
Dartmouth College
Dartmouth College: Chem Lab: Electrons in a Box
This site has an interactive component that allows you to change the mass, number of electrons and the length of the box and see how it affects the energy levels. Requires Java.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Famous Scientists Who Believed in God
It is sometimes assumed that scientists do not believe in God but these famous scientists actually did. Read details about their lives and beliefs, and some quotes attributed to them.
Nobel Media AB
The Nobel Prize: The Dual Nature of Light as Reflected in the Nobel Archives
This article discusses the historical figures who contributed to our understanding of the nature of light, x-rays, Quantum ElectroDynamic (QED) theory, and so on.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Can You Solve the Giant Cat Army Riddle?
The villainous Dr. Schrodinger has developed a growth ray and intends to create an army of giant cats to terrorize the city. Your team of secret agents has tracked him to his underground lab. You burst in to find that it's a trap! Can...
Other
Chemtopics: Atomic Orbitals & Electron Configurations [Pdf]
Solutions to the Schrodinger wave equation give four types of atomic orbitals. Explanation of how quantum numbers specify these orbitals.
Other
Physics News Update: Schrodinger's Cat Ion
A report about scientist at NIST who has actually performed the Schrodinger's Cat paradox thought experiment.
Other
Holonity: The Atom From Solid Balls to Sparkling Ghosts
Presents the history of the atom with a New Age perspective on some aspects. It describes the concept of the atom in Vedic philosophy and that developed by Democritus. Goes on to look at the models proposed by John Dalton, J.J. Thomson,...
Other
Chemtopics: Understanding the Schrodinger Eqn.
The Schrodinger equation specifies atomic orbitals which are occupied by an electron. Quantum numbers can identify a unique energy level for each electron (set up in a PowerPoint presentation).
Curated OER
Erwin Schrodinger
This site gives brief biographical information about Austrian physicist, Erwin Schrodinger.
Curated OER
University of St. Andrews: Erwin Schrodinger
A very detailed biography of Erwin Schrodinger. Including links and cross references to historical topics.