Electron Spin (IMAGE)

University of Arizona

Electron Spin

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Just like a magnet with a north and a south pole (left), electrons are surrounded by a magnetic field (right). This magnetic momentum, or spin, could be used to store information in more efficient ways.

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Philippe Jacquod

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