Collapse of the Zeeman structure of the hydrogen atom in external electric field

Collection : Michel, Louis

Auteur(e.s) : MICHEL

Date : 09/1995

Description : Abstract : From Zeeman to Stark structure of a weakly split Rydberg n multiplet of the H atom in parallel magnetic and electric fields is analyzed. Classical mechanics together with topologiacl and group theoretical arguments enable us to describe in details the modifications of dynamics under the variation of electric field near the point where the collapse of magntic Zeeman structure is observed. Sequence of classical bifurcations responsible for the transition between different dynamic regimes is given. Comparison with quantum picture is done.

Sujet(s) : CHAMP ELECTRIQUE CRISTALLIN

Source : P/95/86

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