
Attosecond pulses and quantum dots: exploring the physics behind this year’s Nobel prizes
Physics World Weekly Podcast
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Exploring the Concept of Attosecond Pulses and Their Significance in Studying Atoms and Electrons
In this chapter, the hosts explore the idea of an attosecond, a unit of time equivalent to 10 to the minus 18 seconds. They delve into various time units and highlight the importance of attosecond pulses in studying atomic and electron motion, as well as their role in unraveling the mysteries of materials and processes like photosynthesis.
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