ISSN:
1434-6079
Keywords:
36.40.+d
;
73.20.Mf
;
21.60.Cs
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Physics
Notes:
Abstract The origin of the plasmon excitation in small metal clusters is studied within the jellium model through ab initio electronic-structure calculations based on the nuclear shell model. In the limit of infinite size, the plasmon classically represents pure harmonic motion of the center of mass of the valence electrons. It is shown that this limit is already well approximated by clusters of only eight electrons.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF01426587
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