Bose-Einstein condensate and ions spin

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Ions in a Bose-Einstein condensate do not rotate at 10^15 rpm, as this statement is incorrect. While ions can possess spin, this does not imply they are physically spinning on their axis. The term "spin" in particle physics is a misnomer, as it describes intrinsic angular momentum rather than actual rotation. For more information on this concept, resources like Wikipedia can provide clarity on particle spin. Understanding the distinction between particle spin and physical rotation is crucial in this context.
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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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