Starburst: A Light Show of Quantum Jumps
The term “Starburst” evokes vivid imagery—sudden, radiant emission sweeping across space, much like the explosive release of energy in quantum systems. This luminous spectacle is far more than a visual marvel; it is a physical manifestation of discrete electron transitions, where atoms and crystals emit photons in precise, quantized bursts. Behind this radiant display lies the fundamental principle of quantum mechanics: energy flows not as a steady stream but in distinct jumps between electron states. The Ewald Sphere: A Geometric Bridge...