Abstract
The behavior of Rydberg atoms in a strong magnetic field demonstrates many aspects of modern atomic physics. While the basic goal is the accurate prediction of energy levels and wave functions, the results may be interpreted in several ways. These Include the manifestation of dynamic symmetry and symmetry breaking in the distribution and anticrossing of energy levels. The high resolution afforded by cw dye lasers allows the stringent testing of theory and is also desirable in the study of energy field regimes not presently accessible to theory.
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