Stark Effect Experiment: Observing Splittings with 600 Grooves/mm Spectrometer

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the feasibility of observing Stark splittings using a spectrometer with 600 grooves/mm. Participants share their experimental experiences and considerations regarding apparatus setup and documentation issues.

Discussion Character

  • Experimental/applied, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions whether the lack of observed Stark splittings is due to the resolving power of the spectrometer or potential errors in their experimental setup.
  • Another participant inquires about the possibility of using a Michelson interferometer for the observation of Stark splittings.
  • A different participant reflects on their previous attempts at the experiment, suggesting that inadequate documentation may have hindered their success and proposes using two parallel plates to create a uniform electric field.
  • One participant agrees with the documentation concern and mentions their own unsuccessful attempt using two parallel plates.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a shared concern regarding the lack of proper documentation affecting their experiments. However, there is no consensus on the effectiveness of the spectrometer or the proposed methods for observing Stark splittings.

Contextual Notes

Participants highlight issues related to experimental setup and documentation, but specific assumptions or definitions regarding the apparatus and methods remain unresolved.

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Hi,
Is it possible to observe stark splittings with a 600 grooves/mm attached to a spectrometer.I carried out the experiment by placing the hydrogen tube in between the spark gap of the rhumkorff coil but was unable to see splittings.Wonder whether it was the lack of resolving power of the instrument or an error in the apparatus..
 
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can a michelson interferometer be used for the observation?
 
i tried to do the expt some time ago but it too didn't workout...lack of proper documentation is a big issue i guess.how about using two parallel plates to produce a uniform electric field?
 
i guess you are correct in stating the lack of documentation.i tried with two parallel plates.but it too didn't work out...
 

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