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What is being discussed when frequency is used to describe atoms? Or maybe I should be thinking nuclear oscillations...In other words, the wave function of what?
You cannot have "spin" without "frequency".Donn P said:What is being discussed when frequency is used to describe atoms? Or maybe I should be thinking nuclear oscillations...In other words, the wave function of what?
electrons? protons?...
what exactly is oscillating in an atom or molecule?
The frequency of atomic oscillations depends on the energy levels of the atoms and can range from a few terahertz to hundreds of terahertz. This frequency is also known as the resonant frequency of the atom.
Nuclear oscillations involve the movement of particles within the nucleus of an atom, while atomic oscillations involve the movement of electrons around the nucleus. Nuclear oscillations have a much lower frequency compared to atomic oscillations.
The wave function describes the probability of finding an electron at a particular location around the nucleus. In atomic oscillations, the wave function helps determine the energy levels and frequencies of the oscillations.
Atomic oscillations play a crucial role in determining the physical and chemical properties of materials. The frequency and energy levels of the oscillations determine properties such as electrical conductivity, thermal conductivity, and magnetic properties.
Yes, atomic oscillations can be controlled and manipulated using external forces such as electric and magnetic fields. This is the basis of technologies such as lasers, which use controlled atomic oscillations to generate coherent light.