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    Elisa Tassan-Din
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    J = orbital angular momentum (L) + spin angular momentum (S)

    When J=0, S and L are parallel but point in the opposite direction. J=|1-1|=0
    When J=1, S and L are perpendicular. J=|1-0|=|0-1|=1
    When J=2, S and L are parallel and point in the same direction. J=|1+1|=0

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