View chemical elements in a three-dimensional periodic table, as described by this interactive periodic table page.
Atom Animation
Built with Three.js, this page presents an interactive animation that depicts an atom.
About Atom Animation
Atom Animation is an interactive 3D visualization of atomic structure built with Three.js. The GitHub repository contains the homepage code for atomanimation.com, viewable live at atomanimation.com and atom3d.vercel.app.
It presents elements using the Bohr model with electrons in planet-like orbits and includes element data sourced from PubChem, NIST, and IUPAC. The project notes the display is simplified and not to scale, and it is distributed under a Personal Use License.
Key features
- Interactive 3D atom visualization built with Three.js
- Bohr model view with electrons in defined orbits
- Chemical element data sourced from PubChem, NIST, IUPAC
- Live version available at atomanimation.com and atom3d.vercel.app
- Local setup with npm install and localhost development server
Best for: Best for learners and developers interested in a visual Bohr-model atom example.
Good for
- Element data references PubChem, NIST, and IUPAC sources
- Provides live demos and local run instructions for developers
- Documents use of simplified Bohr model
Watch out for
- Uses Bohr model instead of quantum orbital representation
- Displayed scale is not realistic for nucleus and electron space
- Licensed for personal use, limiting reuse
Atom Animation at a glance
- Type
- Open-source project
- Pricing
- Not confirmed. Check the site
- Open source
- Not stated
- Language
- English
- Last checked
- Oct 5, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 5, 2026
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Atom Animation FAQ
Is the atom model scientifically accurate?
It uses the Bohr model with planet-like orbits and is not to scale; modern theory describes electron clouds or orbitals.
Where can I see the live animation?
The repository version is on the homepage at atomanimation.com, with a separate code demo at atom3d.vercel.app.
How do I run the project locally?
From the project root, run npm install, then npm run dev to start a server at localhost:3000.
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