Electron cavity formation in solid helium

Morrel H. Cohen, Joshua Jortner

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Abstract

In this paper we consider a trapping mechanism for excess electrons in solid helium. Structural modifications are energetically favored in this system resulting in the localization of the excess electron in an expanded cavity of a radius of ∼ 9. The optical and the transport properties of this trapping center are qualitatively examined. A pressure induced transition from the localized to the delocalized state of the excess electron is considered.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)238-241
Number of pages4
JournalPhysical Review
Volume180
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - 1969
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • General Physics and Astronomy

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