Quantum & Atomic Physics
2 terms
Zeeman Effect
Quantum & Atomic Physics
eV (Energy Shift)
The splitting of atomic spectral lines into multiple closely spaced components in the presence of an external static magnetic field.
ΔE = g_L μ_B m_j B
Zero-Point Energy
Quantum & Atomic Physics
eV or Joules
The lowest possible quantum mechanical energy state that a physical system may possess at absolute zero temperature (0 K).
E₀ = ½ ℏ ω (for harmonic oscillator)