Criteria for boson and Bose Einstein Condensate

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the criteria for identifying bosons and the conditions necessary for forming a Bose-Einstein condensate. Participants explore the characteristics of specific atoms and their classification as bosons or fermions, particularly in the context of Bose-Einstein condensation.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants assert that a specific answer is correct, questioning why a boson cannot form a Bose-Einstein condensate.
  • Others argue against the initial answer, suggesting that it is incorrect and referencing the Bose-Einstein condensation of atomic hydrogen as evidence.
  • One participant expresses surprise at the existence of spin-polarized hydrogen, indicating a level of exploration regarding the topic.
  • There is a proposal that another answer (d) might be correct, based on the characteristics of the atoms listed.
  • Some participants agree that the correct answer relates to the properties of fermions, specifically noting the even number of nucleons and odd number of electrons.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus, as there are multiple competing views regarding the correct answer and the conditions for Bose-Einstein condensation.

Contextual Notes

There are unresolved assumptions regarding the definitions of bosons and fermions, as well as the specific criteria for Bose-Einstein condensation in the context of the atoms discussed.

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The answer is given as (a). I want to know the reason. It is a boson. Why can't it form a Bose-Einstein condensate?
 

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So (d) would be the correct answer?
 
Yes, because it is the only atom in the list with an even number if nucleons and an odd number of electrons an hence a fermion.
 
DrDu said:
Yes, because it is the only atom in the list with an even number if nucleons and an odd number of electrons an hence a fermion.
Thanks
 

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