Abstract
Transition probabilities relate to atomic structure and dynamics in ways that are different from straightforward spectra. Besides being a tool for fundamental physics studies, the knowledge of transition probabilities is essential for applications in plasma physics and astrophysics. Techniques and procedures used for measuring the lifetimes of levels in highly charged ions by employing an electron beam ion trap are reviewed to illustrate the state of the art. Examples are drawn from experiments that involve observations in the visible, extreme-ultraviolet, and X-ray ranges, and cover atomic lifetimes in the femtosecond to second range.PACS Nos.: 32.70.Cs, 32.30.Jc, 32.30.Rj
Publisher
Canadian Science Publishing
Subject
General Physics and Astronomy
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24 articles.
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