Spin-orbit Coupling (IMAGE)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

Spin-orbit Coupling

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The spin of a particle influences the direction it will move. If the two particles move in certain directions, they will collide with each other and further impact the direction they move, as is shown in the top left.

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