Deformed Atoms and Collective Rotational Motion of Electrons

Abstract

Collective rotational motion of electrons in the ground and low-lying excited states of Be-like ions is investigated by using the symmetry-violating mean field approach, the Peierls-Yoccoz projection method and the cranking model method. Characteristics of the deformation of atomic mean fields are discussed in comparison with those of nuclei. The present method gives an explicit intrinsic wave function, and thus provides a deeper insight into collective rotational motion of atomic electrons.