How do chemists actually see atoms?

In this episode of The Chemistry Show, we look into the foundations of structural methods in inorganic chemistry, the tools and concepts scientists use to determine how atoms are arranged in molecules and materials. Starting from the early days of chemical intuition and hand-drawn structures, the episode traces the evolution of the field toward modern experimental and computational approaches.

Powered by AI (Google NotebookLM), this episode transforms lecture material from the Structural Methods in Inorganic Chemistry course, taught by Prof. Pedro Camargo at the University of Helsinki, into an engaging and accessible audio experience, perfect for students, researchers, and anyone curious about how chemists uncover the invisible architecture of matter.