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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

PHYS 40500 - Atomic and Molecular Physics

Basic topics of atomic and molecular physics will be covered in lecture and demonstrations. The course will use fundamental quantum mechanics to describe the hydrogen atom, multi-electron atoms, and simple molecules. The course will also cover the interaction of atoms with other atoms, electrons and photons, and include discussions of various forms of atomic and molecular spectroscopy.

Preparation for Course
P: PHYS 34200 and 34300.

Cr. 3.