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The Zeeman Effect
Explanation, with diagrams, of the Zeeman Effect which relates to atomic energy levels and spectral lines.
An Example of the Doppler Effect
Java applet (part of a wider site) which illustrates the Doppler effect for sound, giving the example of a passing ambulance siren.
Meissner Effect
Simple definition of the Meissner effect, as relating to superconducting material. Part of a larger site which includes many definitions and links.
The Leidenfrost Effect (video)
The Leidenfrost effect explains why water sometimes 'rolls' off a hot plate or frying pan, and how some experts can dip their hands into liquid nitrogen or even molten lead without hurting themselves
Hyperphysics - Mossbauer Effect
Description of the Mossbauer effect and absorption in Ir-191, with application to gravitational red shift.
How planes fly - The Coanda effect
An experiment to show the Coanda effect along with a short explanation of why and how aeroplanes fly.
The Electrowetting Effect
A video about the electrowetting effect, which change the shape of a liquid droplet.
The Brazil Nut Effect
Why do raisins always rise to the top of cereal pack? It's the Brazil nut effect.