Intro to Quantum Mechanics II
Exchange interaction is a quantum mechanical effect that arises from the indistinguishability of identical particles, leading to an energy shift based on their spatial configurations and spin states. This interaction plays a critical role in determining the arrangement of electrons in atoms, contributing to phenomena such as magnetism and the stability of atomic structures by enforcing the Pauli exclusion principle.
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