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Joseph E Rothberg
PHYS 225
Seattle Campus

Modern Physics

Special theory of relativity; phenomena of modern physics with emphasis on photons, electrons, and atoms; introduction to quantum physics. Prerequisite: 2.0 in PHYS 123 which may be taken concurrently. Offered: WSpS.

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Basic Quantum Mechanics and applications. Polarized Photons, Quantum Cryptography, Spin, Precession in magnetic field, Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (MRI), other Two State Systems, Tunneling

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The information above is intended to be helpful in choosing courses. Because the instructor may further develop his/her plans for this course, its characteristics are subject to change without notice. In most cases, the official course syllabus will be distributed on the first day of class.

Last Update by Joseph E Rothberg
Date: 02/27/2008