Quantum mechanics of metal surface structures

Modelling of surface states is based on density functional theory. Theoretical and experimental data are comparised on elements of 4d series, and a summary of data on metals is given. Consequences of isotropy and anisotropy of surface energy is shown in forming nanocrystals, surface steps and kinks. The energies of steps are given of both fcc and bcc crystals. Finally the surface tension and relaxation is calculated. (T-R.A.)