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Are there ANY possible photographic or other types of images of a water molecule?
Or are they simply too small to get an image of?
Thank you.
Or are they simply too small to get an image of?
Thank you.
Mintaka said:Are there ANY possible photographic or other types of images of a water molecule?
Or are they simply too small to get an image of?
Thank you.
No, we cannot see individual water molecules with the naked eye. They are too small to be seen even with the most powerful optical microscopes.
Yes, with the use of advanced techniques like scanning tunneling microscopy or atomic force microscopy, individual water molecules can be observed.
Scientists have used a variety of methods such as spectroscopy and computational modeling to determine the structure and shape of a water molecule.
No, in a liquid state, water molecules are constantly moving and interacting with each other, making it impossible to see individual molecules.
Water molecules play a crucial role in many natural processes and are essential for life on Earth. Understanding their properties and behavior can help us develop new technologies and find solutions to global challenges such as water scarcity.