Chinese scientists used lasers to control reactions involving dumbbell-shaped hydrogen molecules. Photo: Shutterstock
Chinese team achieves ‘milestone’ by controlling chemical reactions with lasers
- Scientists in northeastern China are the first to manipulate reactions at the atomic level
- The research provides a starting point for more sophisticated experiments and could lead to more efficient production of chemicals
Chinese scientists used lasers to control reactions involving dumbbell-shaped hydrogen molecules. Photo: Shutterstock