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Quantum theory and chemistry: Two propositionsTwo propositions concerning quantum chemistry are proposed. First, it is proposed that the nonrelativistic Schroedinger equation, where the Hamiltonian operator is associated with an assemblage of nuclei and electrons, can never be arranged to yield specific molecules in the chemists' sense. It is argued that this result is a necessary condition if the Schroedinger has relevancy to chemistry. Second, once a system is in a particular state with regard to interactions among its components (the assemblage of nuclei and electrons), it cannot spontaneously eliminate any of those interactions. This leads to a subtle form of irreversibility.
Document ID
19800016617
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Technical Memorandum (TM)
Authors
Aronowitz, S.
(NASA Ames Research Center Moffett Field, CA, United States)
Date Acquired
September 4, 2013
Publication Date
May 1, 1980
Subject Category
Atomic And Molecular Physics
Report/Patent Number
NASA-TM-81202
Accession Number
80N25110
Funding Number(s)
PROJECT: RTOP 199-50-12
Distribution Limits
Public
Copyright
Work of the US Gov. Public Use Permitted.
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