14 Interesting things about - Plasma
Plasma plays a pivotal role in shaping our understanding of the universe and driving innovations in energy and technology. What is Plasma? Plasma is one of the four fundamental states of matter, alongside solid, liquid, and gas. It’s often referred to as the “fourth state of matter.” Plasma consists of a gas-like mixture of charged and uncharged particles. In a plasma, some of the electrons have been separated from their parent atoms, leaving positively charged ions and free electrons. This separation of charges makes plasma electrically conductive and responsive to electromagnetic fields. Plasma is commonly found in nature, such as in stars (like the Sun), lightning, and auroras. It’s also artificially generated for various applications, including in plasma TVs, fluorescent lights, fusion reactors, and certain industrial processes like plasma cutting and plasma sterilization. 14 Things about Plasma: 1. ** Characteristics ** Plasma is often described as a highly ionized gas becaus...
