A molecular beam is a stream of molecules or atoms that are collimated into a narrow beam, allowing for precise experimental manipulation and measurement. It is widely used in fields such as surface science, molecular physics, and quantum mechanics to investigate interactions and properties at an atomic level.

Molecular Beam

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Stream of atoms

Collimated beam

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Surface science is the study of physical and chemical phenomena that occur at the interface of two phases, such as solid-liquid, solid-gas, or liquid-gas interfaces. It is crucial for understanding and developing applications in catalysis, semiconductor manufacturing, and materials science, where surface interactions dictate functionality and efficiency.

Surface Science

Molecular physics is the study of the physical properties of molecules, the chemical bonds between atoms, and the molecular dynamics. It serves as a bridge between atomic physics and chemical physics, focusing on understanding molecular structure and behavior through quantum mechanics and spectroscopy.

Molecular Physics

Quantum mechanics is a fundamental theory in physics that describes the physical properties of nature at the smallest scales, such as atoms and subatomic particles. It introduces concepts like wave-particle duality, uncertainty principle, and quantum entanglement, which challenge classical intuitions about the behavior of matter and energy.

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