Hidden magnetism inside atoms may explain mysterious gamma rays

InventorsNews newsroom brief · 36d ago · 1 min read · via sciencedaily.com

For decades, scientists have puzzled over why certain atomic nuclei unexpectedly produce large numbers of low-energy gamma rays. A new experiment traced the effect to magnetic changes inside the nucleus, where protons and neutrons effectively flip their tiny internal magnets. The

For decades, scientists have puzzled over why certain atomic nuclei unexpectedly produce large numbers of low-energy gamma rays. A new experiment traced the effect to magnetic changes inside the nucleus, where protons and neutrons effectively flip their tiny internal magnets. The This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking inventors. Reported by sciencedaily.com. Read the full original at the source link below.

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