Title
Atomic Variational Calculations: Hydrogen to Boron
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
4-1999
Disciplines
Chemistry | Physical Sciences and Mathematics
Abstract
Relatively simple quantum mechanical calculations are described for atoms and ions up to boron. The calculations employ scaled orbitals and can be completed with or without the aid of a computer. Given the simplicity of the trial wave functions the agreement with experiment is satisfactory.
Recommended Citation
Rioux, F. Atomic Variational Calculations: Hydrogen to Boron. The Chemical Educator, 1999, 4(2), 40-43.