Microcluster Physics

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Focusing on the emerging field of microclusters, this book provides essential knowledge for graduate students and researchers. Microclusters, composed of 10 to 10 atoms, represent a unique material phase that combines characteristics of both macroscopic solids and microscopic particles. The text explores recent advancements in quantum theory and experimental techniques that have unveiled the properties of these structures, particularly through the observation of magic numbers in mass spectra. Additionally, it highlights the role of computational methods in advancing the understanding of microclusters' atomic and electronic structures.