MDCAT Physics MCQ #357

What is the cause of the hyperfine structure in atomic spectra?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #357

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the cause of the hyperfine structure in atomic spectra?

    • A) Magnetic field
    • B) Electric field
    • C) Nuclear spin
    • D) Radiation pressure

    Answer: Nuclear spin

    Explanation: Nuclear spin causes hyperfine structure splitting, magnetic field causes Zeeman effect.