Molecular beams entwined with quantum theory: A bouquet for Max Planck (Q2746691)
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scientific article; zbMATH DE number 1656412
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scientific article; zbMATH DE number 1656412 |
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2 December 2002
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atomic physics
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Stern-Gerlach experiment
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space quantization
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quantum theory
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Molecular beams entwined with quantum theory: A bouquet for Max Planck (English)
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The paper deals with the first molecular beam experiments made by Otto Stern and his disciples between 1921 and 1935. It is based on the vast secondary literature on twentieth century physics. Topics include the discovery of space quantization by Stern and Gerlach, diffraction of matter waves as a quantitative confirmation of de Broglie's formula, radiation recoil in an atomic beam, and measurements of collision cross sections.
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