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A simple calculation shows that from the classical theory follows that we should find a broadening of the beam with the maximum intensity on the place of the beam without field. However, from the quantum theory follows that we should find there no intensity at all, and deflected molecules on both sides. The beam should split up in two beams corresponding to the two orientations of the magnet. The experiment decided in favor of the quantum theory.

Otto Stern

Otto Stern

Otto Stern

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Born: February 17, 1888

Died: August 17, 1969 (aged 81)

Bio: Otto Stern was a German physicist and Nobel laureate in physics. He was the most nominated person for Nobel Prize with 82 nominations between 1925-1945, ultimately winning in 1943.

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