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Maser theory is developed in this chapter neglecting the spins of the transition states; that is, the maser levels are assumed scalar for simplicity. In this approximation the vector nature of the electric field is ignored, resulting in considerable simplifications. Most of the essential features of complete theory are preserved; the only important property lost is polarization, discussed separately in chapter 6.
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Elitzur, M. (1992). Maser Theory. In: Astronomical Masers. Astrophysics and Space Science Library, vol 170. Springer, Dordrecht. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-94-011-2394-5_4
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