Free electron laser

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004650",
  "term": "Free electron laser",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A type of laser that generates coherent electromagnetic radiation by accelerating a beam of electrons through a periodic magnetic field, known as an undulator. Unlike conventional lasers, it does not rely on atomic or molecular energy levels for light emission. Free electron lasers can produce high-power radiation across a very broad range of wavelengths, from microwaves to X-rays.",
  "subject": "Organic and Biomolecular Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "coherent radiation",
    "laser",
    "wavelength"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1996, 68, 2223. 'Glossary of terms used in photochemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1996)' on page 2244 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199668122223)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/free-electron-laser/"
}