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The Zeeman effect describes splitting of spectral lines in magnetic fields.

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A magnetic field shifts atomic energy levels, splitting spectral lines into multiple components. It’s used in astrophysics to estimate magnetic fields in stars and sunspots.

🤯 "The Zeeman effect describes splitting of spectral lines in magnetic fields. Magnets leaving fingerprints on light."

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