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Zeeman effect

Ch 18.4 The splitting of atomic energy levels in an external magnetic field. The normal Zeeman effect (no spin) splits levels by $\Delta E = m_l\mu_B B$. The anomalous Zeeman effect (with spin) requires considering total angular momentum $j$ and the Lande $g$-factor. *See also:* Fine structure, Angu

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