Journal of Physics B Atomic Molecular and Optical Physics · 2002 · 13 citations · 8 references
Natural SciencesPhysicsAtomic PhysicsQuantum MechanicsSpectroscopyAtomic IonizationCold Atom PhysicsLaser CoolingLaser TrappingPenning TrapsQuantum JumpsResonance FluorescenceResonance Fluorescence Spectroscopy
The quantum jump statistics for the three stable isotopes of Mg+ have been studied experimentally. Single ions of magnesium were held and laser cooled in a Penning trap. Quantum jumps were observed by collecting the resonance fluorescence near 280 nm from the cooled ion.
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