Which J-value corresponds to which orientation?

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  • March 9, 2024 at 3:22 pm #5357
    fdwit
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    J=0 means that J=L-S. So this means L and S are parallel and pointing in opposite directions.
    J=1 means that J and S are perpendicular to eachother.
    J=2 means that J=L+S so L and S are parallel and point in the same direction.

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