What happens if you fire a photon at an atom?

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The discussion centers on the interaction between photons and atoms, specifically focusing on stimulated emission and absorption. Participants confirm that these processes are fundamental to laser technology, which utilizes controlled conditions to achieve desired outcomes. Additionally, advanced techniques such as STIRAP (Stimulated Raman Adiabatic Passage) and optical pumping are mentioned as relevant methods in manipulating atomic states. The conversation emphasizes the feasibility of conducting experiments to isolate these phenomena.

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  • Understanding of quantum mechanics principles
  • Familiarity with stimulated emission and absorption processes
  • Knowledge of laser technology and its applications
  • Basic concepts of STIRAP and optical pumping
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  • Research the principles of stimulated emission and absorption in detail
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Physicists, optical engineers, and anyone interested in quantum mechanics and laser technology will benefit from this discussion.

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I can think of two things. Stimulated Emission and Absorption. Would it be possible to do an experiment where you could control coniditions to allow just these two outomes?

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hawaiifiver said:
I can think of two things. Stimulated Emission and Absorption. Would it be possible to do an experiment where you could control coniditions to allow just these two outomes?

Thanks


Sure; done all the time. Ever hear of lasers.?


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Sure; done all the time. Ever hear of lasers.?


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Yes I have discovered a lot of interesting articles about things like STIRAP and optical pumping and so on.
 

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