First Photo of Electron Orbit Captured

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Josh Universe - Space Discord Server shares a major science post: the first microscopy photo capturing an electron cloud orbit in a hydrogen atom. The announcement links to an Instagram post and highlights a unique technique revealing the real probability distribution of the electron. This breakthrough sparks discussion and excitement for physics and space enthusiasts in the community.

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Scientists have captured the first ever photo of an electron's whizzing orbit within a hydrogen atom, thanks to a unique new microscopy technique.

You are able to see a real probability distribution of an electron cloud of the hydrogen atom. #physics
First Photo of Electron Orbit Captured
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