Highly Excited Atoms

Discover the fascinating world of atomic physics with Highly Excited Atoms by Jean-Patrick Connerade. Published by Cambridge University Press in 2005, this comprehensive paperback spans 528 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of highly excited and easily perturbed atoms.

This enlightening book delves into key topics such as Rydberg states, quantum defect theory, and atomic f-values. Readers will gain insights into centrifugal barrier effects, autoionisation, and the intricate spectra of inner shell and double excitations. Additionally, Connerade discusses K-matrix theory, the behavior of atoms in high laser fields, and employs statistical methods to analyze quantum chaos and atomic effects in solids.

Whether you are a student, researcher, or simply an enthusiast of nuclear physics, Highly Excited Atoms is an essential resource that combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications in atomic spectroscopy. Enhance your understanding of the atomic realm today!