Published November 1, 1986 | Version v1
Journal article

Theory of ionization equilibrium: An approximation for the single element case

Creators

  • 1. Sandia National Laboratories, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87185

Description

An approximate solution to the equations of ionization equilibrium for a single element is presented and shown to be very accurate. The Helmholtz free energy is expressed in terms of a simple atomic-like partition function that is summed over all levels and ionization stages of the atom. The result has certain features in common with average atom models

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
J. Chem. Phys.
Journal Volume
85
Journal Issue
9
Series
J. Chem. Phys.
Journal Page Range
5228-5231
ISSN
0021-9606
CODEN
JCPSA