Intro to Applied Nuclear Physics
Doppler broadening refers to the broadening of spectral lines due to the motion of atoms or molecules in a gas. This effect occurs because the relative motion between the observer and the emitting source leads to a shift in frequency and results in a spread of wavelengths, making spectral lines wider. Understanding this phenomenon is crucial in many fields, including nuclear physics, as it can impact measurements and interpretations of critical mass.
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