Mössbauer Spectroscopy

The Mössbauer effect involves the resonant absorption and re-emission of gamma rays by atomic nuclei. Mössbauer spectroscopy allows precise measurements of the energy levels and environments of these nuclei, and it is used to study the properties of nuclei in molecules and solids. It provides valuable information about the electronic and magnetic properties of materials, enabling us to investigate phenomena such as electron distribution, magnetic ordering, and chemical bonding. This spectroscopy finds applications in various fields, including physics, chemistry, material science, and even archaeology, giving unique insights into the behavior of nuclei and their role in the properties of matter.