Notes on the Zeeman Effect: Dissertation Submitted to the Board of University Studies of the John Hopkins University for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Norton Adams Kent

 
9781332980178: Notes on the Zeeman Effect: Dissertation Submitted to the Board of University Studies of the John Hopkins University for the Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book delves into the fascinating world of the Zeeman effect, a phenomenon where spectral lines split under the influence of a magnetic field. The author meticulously investigates this effect in various elements, including zinc, iron, nickel, and cobalt, pushing the boundaries of previous research by employing stronger magnetic fields and meticulously measuring the resulting spectral line separations. Through detailed experiments and careful analysis, the author explores the intricate relationship between the Zeeman effect and other physical phenomena, such as the pressure shift of spectral lines. Anomalies and complexities within the iron spectrum are examined, revealing the limitations of existing theoretical explanations. By extending and refining Preston's law, which governs the behavior of homologous spectral lines, the author sheds light on the fundamental connection between the structure of atoms and their interaction with magnetic fields. This book ultimately illuminates the profound implications of the Zeeman effect for understanding the nature of matter and the intricate dance of light and magnetism within the atom.

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