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As a primary research tool, the laser plays a fundamental role in the spectroscopic study of atomic and molecular systems. This Chapter describes the basic operating principles, configurations, and characteristic parameters of lasers. Laser designs are discussed and then the details of the interaction of the laser light with matter delineated. The reader is also referred to other chapters in the book for further information on laser principles and types of lasers.
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Engelking, P. (2023). Spectroscopic Techniques: Lasers. In: Drake, G.W.F. (eds) Springer Handbook of Atomic, Molecular, and Optical Physics. Springer Handbooks. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-73893-8_44
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