Bose-Einstein condensate and ions spin

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The discussion centers on the concept of spin in ions within a Bose-Einstein condensate (B-E condensate). It is established that the claim of ions rotating at approximately 1015 rpm is incorrect. The term "spin" in particle physics does not imply actual rotational motion but rather a quantum property that behaves similarly to rotation in certain contexts. For further understanding, participants are directed to the Wikipedia page on spin in physics.

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Is it that correct to say that ions ina B-E condensate rotate at around 10^15 rpm? (don't know the exact english term for this, sorry).
 
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jumpjack said:
Is it that correct to say that ions ina B-E condensate rotate at around 10^15 rpm? (don't know the exact english term for this, sorry).

I have no idea what you are even asking about, but as written, I think it is safe to say that statement is incorrect.
 
does an ion have a spin?
 
jumpjack said:
does an ion have a spin?

It might. But having spin doesn't mean its spinning on its axis. Particle spin is only named that because it acts as if it were spinning on its axis in a few ways. (in other ways, it doesn't)
 
that's very cryptic, where could I find some info on this topic?
 

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