Calculation for the Work Function of Metal Cluster

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Abstract

We use the density functional theory to calculate the electronic structure of small metallic clusters. The charge difference between the electron density of Friedel oscillation and positive background builds up the barrier-work function, which confines the electron gas inside clusters. The exchange correlation potential is also taken into account. The calculations for various metallic densities are performed.

Authors

  • Chin-Sheng Wu

    Yuan Ze University