Episode 2 of In Search of Giants: Dr Brian Cox takes us on a journey through the history of particle physics. In this episode we learn how J.J. Thomson discovered the fist subatomic particle - the electron.
This film is part of a series originally broadcast on Teachers' TV (www.teachers.tv/video/23645).
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It is a major discovery in the history of physicis. J.J Thomson was really an amazing person!!
thanks to J.J Thompson for his great ideas!
I'm dazzled with Sir Thomson and his discovery. Padilla Chem 81, EB1
Chem1.1A albryancada: Cambridge was and still is a powerhouse in the study of things pertinent to the scientific community to this day. The discovery of the electron (1st sub-atomic particle) by Sir J.J. Thompson with the use of a particle accelerator in the 19th century paved the way for succeeding scientists up to this day in better understanding the purpose and workings of the electron, among other things. Good episode. ✌
1.1 -NACION: Dr. Cox documentary was spectacular! Electricity is everywhere, even in the human body. That’s how important electron was.
Thomson was awarded the 1906 Nobel Prize in Physics for the discovery of the electron. Great Job! -EDUAVEChemEB1
Electric current was in fact made of moving electrons.Great discovery Sir Thomson!! -Paraiso Chem 51 AGC
A brilliant discovery by Sir J.J Thompson. He opened the gates of the futuristic world. Salang, Chem81 EB1
Sir JJ Thompson contributed so much for us to understand more about what matter is composed of. -Escrupulo CHEM81 - EB1
I laughed when he said "A new piece of kit" 0:25
J.J Thompson would be so proud and happy of how his discoveries and inventions has evolved and helped humanity -Mulok Chem51 AGC
Salute to Thompson for giving humanity a head start about electrons.
this helped me so much for my A-level summer assignment !
it is indeed an honor for us to use the product of the great mind of Sir J.J. Thomson, the ELECTRON. -CAPAL,M. CHEM 51.1-AGC
CHEM 01- EDA- NALDOZA A remarkable video! It's really good learning new information about the discovery of the electron. Dr. Cox explained it very well that can be understand easily. Great video! worth watching!
1XABALATERO: Explained really well!
1XE YARE: That muffin was delicious, but the lesson about Electrons fed my mind more. :)
Jj Thomson was a great man and had a great discovery... -LegaspiChemEB1
Great minds discover great things. It's amazing how people explore and discover things that are very useful. - CortezChemEB1
1XAPalacio: how great it is that they still have covers from people who discovers electron and has the old things. :)
this video series are amazing!!
wow!! we sometimes dont care about these electrons but they play a big role in science. -Leysa CHEM EB1
1XE WAHIMAN: Great discovery. Bravo!
1.1 ISIK: Amazing. I’ve learned more about electrons by watching this.
CHEM 01 EDA - REYES I learned so much from this video. Dr Brian Cox was able to convey the scientific facts as he takes us on a journey through the history of particle physics. In this episode I also learned how J.J. Thomson discovered the fist subatomic particle, the electron. What a great video that helped me reinforce my learning from my Chemistry class! Truly Amazing :D thumbs up for Dr. Brian!
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Is there other people like this guy who talk about intresting things? I enjoy learning about stuff. lol
J.J. Thomson, two thumbs up! - Rodolfo Canoza Jr. XE
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What a genius! Sir JJ Thompson is really awesome! - RayponChemEB1
J.J thompson is brilliant for his discovery.
Sir J.J. Thompson is indeed a very wise man ;D
CHEM O1 EDA -HEBRON EXCELLENT !! J.J Thomson discovered the fist subatomic particle - the electron.WOW!amazing!!
1.1 ROA: In 1897, the electron was then discovered by Sir J.J. Thompson by the use of cathode ray tubes. The electron, hence, is the first fundamental particle that was discovered. In addition, everything we do in the 21st century depends on our understanding on the properties of electrons.
J.J Thomson played a pivotal role in developing our understanding of the electron. SO cool... -Azarcon71ACB
THAT HELPED SO MUCH! THANKS!
Sir Joseph J. Thompson was a very intelligent man to discover electrons -SAAB CHEM EB1
i am really happy by knowing this all ...knowledge is my power..
oh really?
Exceptional!!! Newhouse, RR
It is awesome, good job. - Jem Marie J. Neri XC .
How in this world they have minds thinking of those complicated things. Simply CAPTIVATING. :D -Lindongan Chem 51 AGC
*My reaction after watching this video* "Science? Chemistry? No sweat mama!" -Aguam Chem81 EB1
81csb. Mabilin : being adventurous lead us to a great discovery.
Wonderful!
amazing discovery made up by brilliant person!
81CSBArrieta: "pretty much all of everything we do in the 21st century depends on understanding the properties of electrons" - Professor John Womersley. Thank J.J. Thomson for his discovery.
81CSBBragat: Brilliant Discovery Sir Joseph Thompson
J.J. Thomson's discovery is easier to understand with visuals. Thanks to Dr. Cox for this! Side note: The old particle accelerator looks like a bong. -Joshua Caleb Roa, XE
Thumbs up to J.J. thomson for his great discovery --ValdeChemEB1
As far as I know, an electron has no known components & thus it is generally thought to be an elementry particle. The fact that all physical things are made of tiny particles (physical properties) is just simply fascinating. -Nizar Pundaodaya (Chem 1.1 XE)
EPIC!!! - Aladano, Claudine XE
81CsbCabillan: J.J Thompson IDOL ! Discovered the Electrons
That apparatus has evolved very well. -BuquiranChem51AGC
Very Impressive & brilliant
i have watched this own video of jj thomson first on this site,,,thanks a lot youtube,,,hope to get these types of videos,,,like of e.goldstein,rutherford,,neils bohr
1XAGALARRITA: I salute you Sir J. Thomson! Great discovery.
Historically-bounded, scientific jargon, electron discovery - Thomson be credited. How fantastic it could be if I could go into the featured Cavendish laboratory. (For classroom purpose: This is Nikko Galarrita - XE)
J.J THOMPSON'S EVENTION'S ARE REALLY REMARKABLE !!! chem 1.1. XA Ranile,arjel
IXASUDARIO: great. So much learning.
wow! I love this video Bryan Nebrida ( Chem. 1 XA )
Awesome vid! Guzman, AG
1XEBACANTO: Truly, the electrons are important because it is the only fundamental particle that takes active part in any chemical reaction.
1XEBacasnot: Bravo great great grandpa Thomson! Bravo!
Electron is already part of our lives. It also contributed a lot to discoveries. It is very amazing that it is a long long time ago but today it is still useful to us. Emano_81CSB
Great discovery CHEM 01
1XASalvana: It's amazing how electron takes place since 1896 until today.
A very brilliant discovery indeed. -AllorinChemEB1
1XE SISON: wow !! I'm so amaze about the electrons.
so cool.!! nice one J.J. Thomson for discovering the first sub atomic particle called electron.!! yeah.! LEAH SOCORRO B. CARCUEVA (CHEM 1.1 XE)
Actually, with this experiment, Thompson was able to determine the charge/mass ratio of the electron. Later, Millikan measured the electron charge with his oil dropplets experiment, and therefore the mass of the electron was determined. At least, that's what I learned. Great video anyways :)
81CSBElot: great mind, great legacy
1.1 Amores Impressive video! I am more likely watch a video like this. This really help me understand more our topic in chem right now.
Its very good! - eldo pabatao (chem 1 XA)
these videos are awesome.:)
Coolsome! :D wish I met Thomson in person, haha! Mary Glou Padillo, XE
1XEABUT: All thanks to J.J. Thomson's huge contribution. Such a genius of the discovery of electrons!
1XADESEMBRANA: Electrons is really plays a big part in our lives today.
WOW! J.J. Thompson for the win!! Samson Chem51 AGC
1.1 AGUE Chemistry is very cool. I like watching protons and electrons very much!
this is so cool and interesting -Paradero Chem 51 AGC
Dude you are awesome! :D
muchos gracias, helped in the project i did on jj thomson
1XADEPEDRO: I didn't know that there was even something smaller than an atom. So this was a new lesson for me.
my salute to sir J.J Thomson for his discovery about electrons. :-) -Jariolne 71ACB
IXACAPAPAS: great! Ive learned a lot.
1XALLUCH It's amazing how something so tiny actually plays a huge part in our world. Very well-said too!
1XAGIRON : it may be small but it contirbutes a big part in our life until today.
JJ Thompson is smart and observant.. Nice (:
1XESUAREZ: Very educative video!
whooah o.o i cant believe JJ Thompson discovered eletrons! i love it! :) -Mark Gatinao XE
81CSBMaligmat: thomson`s discovery contribute a lot in today`s world
1XAPAZ: Now this video documentary very explanatory on how the "Electron" was discovered and which is apparently the first subatomic particle ever discovered. this opens a lot of possibilities of a lot more particles found in the earthland
1XAtariga: i hate studying electrons but this is a headstart.
1xanacasabog: Electrons.... This is Marvelous!
1XELabuntog: Sir Joseph J. Thompson is a genius! But just one question, are there any differences between the Particle Accelerator and Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)?
1XETACNA: What a great discovery. Simply amazing :)
Extraordinary :) -MAE GERONG (CHEM 1.1 XA)
Clearly understand! Char >.< - St. Peter Vic Lora ( Chem 1.1 - XA )
CHEM 01 EDA- BUNA This is an awesome video that really explain about atoms. :D