Chemistry
Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) Spectroscopy
Quick fact
The same physical phenomenon behind NMR spectroscopy is used in medical MRI scanners to create detailed images of soft tissues in the human body.
Why this is interesting
Have you ever wondered how chemists can determine the exact arrangement of atoms in a molecule without ever seeing it? NMR spectroscopy uses the magnetic properties of atomic nuclei to reveal the hidden architecture of compounds, much like a fingerprint identifies a person.