Resonance 8 – Matter, Radiation and Quantisation

Resonance 8 is learning material for the eighth module of high school physics (PHY8 Matter, Radiation, and Quantisation). The module introduces the conceptual and theoretical structure of quantum physics and its experimental basis. The focus is on the structure of matter and fundamental interactions, as well as how these affect the properties of matter. The module deals with the technological applications of quantum physics and how quantum physics manifests itself in phenomena ranging from elementary particles to cosmic phenomena. The module also examines various technologies based on radioactive decay, ionizing radiation, and quantisation. 

Please note that the sample chapter only includes the Test your knowledge exercises related to the book's theory sections. The other exercises are included in the teacher's exercise kit, which the teacher will make available to students during the course. The book complies with the new Finnish upper secondary school curriculum (LOPS2021).

1. Foreword

Lead	Chapter
1.1.	For the reader

2. Quantum physics

Lead	Chapter
2.1.	Photoelectric effect and quanta of radiation Free chapter!
2.2.	Wave-particle duality
2.3.	Energy states of a particle and applications of quantum physics
2.4.	Summary and self-evaluation

3. Atom energy levels

Lead	Chapter
3.1.	The atom and the origin of its spectrum
3.2.	Multi-electron atoms
3.3.	Technical applications and natural phenomena
3.4.	Summary and self-evaluation

4. Radioactivity and nuclear reactions

Lead	Chapter
4.1.	Atomic nucleus
4.2.	Radioactive decay reactions
4.3.	Decay reaction energy
4.4.	Radioactive decay law
4.5.	Summary and self-evaluation

5. Nuclear energy and the constructive use of radiation

Lead	Chapter
5.1.	Nuclear power
5.2.	Radiation protection
5.3.	Beneficial uses of radiation
5.4.	Summary and self-evaluation

6. Particle physics and the universe

Lead	Chapter
6.1.	The Standard Model
6.2.	The universe
6.3.	The future prospects of physics
6.4.	Summary and self-evaluation

7. Appendices

Lead	Chapter
7.1.	Test your skills: Solutions
7.2.	Correct answers
7.3.	For the teacher