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Physics

Atomic Transition States

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A single atomic transition can be so precise that atomic clocks use it to keep time to within one second every 30 million years.

Why this is interesting

Why do neon signs glow in different colors, and how does a single atom decide what color to emit? The secret lies in the invisible steps electrons take inside every atom.