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An ion trap is a device used to confine charged particles, known as ions, using electromagnetic fields. It allows researchers to isolate and manipulate individual ions or groups of ions for a variety of applications, including fundamental physics experiments, quantum computing, spectroscopy, and the study of chemical reactions. ### Types of Ion Traps 1. **Paul Trap**: This type of ion trap uses an oscillating electric field to confine ions in three dimensions.