If there are two energy states, S1 and S2 respectively such that S2>S1 then there exists...

If there are two energy states, S1 and S2 respectively such that S2>S1 then there exists some probability for an atom in S2 to decay to S1. What actually causes the atom to decay to the lower energy state? is it the fact that the lower state is more probable for the atom to be in as given by the Boltzmann Factor? so since it is more probable, it has more microstates and entropy causes it to decay? Please help sort out my reasoning if it is at all correct.

Expert Solution

I have tried to explain your quest for the decay of energy. This decay process can be well explained by taking into account the population inversion (laser theory).There you have to consider the Einstein coefficient and Planck radiation formula for the decay of energy from one state to another .As your question is based mainly on statistical physics so explained only that part....

genius_generous answered 2 years ago

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