Library — C
This page provides access to all physics articles covering topics that begin with the letter C.
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Chandrasekhar Mass Limit
The Chandrasekhar mass limit is a fundamental concept in astrophysics, representing the maximum mass that a white dwarf star can possess while remaining stable against gravitational collapse. This limit is named after the Indian-American astrophysicist…
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Compton Wavelength
The Compton wavelength is a fundamental concept in quantum physics that reveals the wave-like properties of particles, particularly electrons and other subatomic entities. It arises from the interplay between quantum mechanics and special relativity and…
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Current Density
Current density is a fundamental concept in electromagnetism that describes how electric current is distributed through a given area. Rather than treating current as a simple scalar quantity flowing through a wire, current density allows…
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Compton Effect
The Compton effect is a phenomenon in which X-rays or high-energy photons scatter from electrons and emerge with lower energy than they initially had. This change in energy corresponds to an increase in the photon’s…
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Current
Electric current is the continuous flow of electric charge through a material, most commonly through a conductive substance such as a metal. At its core, current represents how much charge passes a given point in…
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Cohesive Force
Cohesive force is the internal attraction that holds molecules of the same substance together, allowing matter to maintain its structural integrity. It arises primarily from intermolecular forces such as Van der Waals attractions, hydrogen bonding,…
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Coulomb’s Law
Coulomb’s law stands as one of the essential cornerstones of physics, especially in the field of electromagnetism, because it captures the rule that governs how electric charges influence each other. First discovered through careful experiments…
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Conductivity
Conductivity is one of the most essential physical attributes of matter, describing how effectively a substance can carry electrical charge through its structure. It links the microscopic dynamics of electrons and ions to the macroscopic…