Oscillating Proton (IMAGE)

Johannes Gutenberg Universitaet Mainz

Oscillating Proton

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The oscillating proton (red) generates a tiny current which is recorded using highly sensitive electronic detectors. The red arrow represents the magnetic moment of the proton; the green lines indicate the magnetic field in the trap.

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ill./©: Georg Schneider, JGU

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