Force or work for electronic transition?

The acceleration can be determined by taking the derivative of the electron's velocity with respect to time. In summary, we discussed electronic transitions in atoms and molecules, and how the work done and force on electrons can be calculated for a particular transition.
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Hi all. This is my first post @ physics forum. For last two weeks I have been wondering about this problem: We all know that an atom or molecule subjected to a time-dependent perturbation makes electronic transition, and whether the transition is allowed or not depends on the transition moment of the atom/molecule and the frequency of the external field. My question is, what is the work done for any particular electronic transition and what is the force on the electrons for that transition. I have tried using Ehrenfest theorem for that, but kinda clueless right now. Any insight will be greatly appreciated.
 
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The work done for an electronic transition is the energy difference between the initial and final states. This energy difference is the energy needed to move the electron from its original state to the new state. The force on the electrons for the transition can be calculated by using the equation F = ma, where m is the mass of the electron and a is the acceleration of the electron.
 

1. What is electronic transition?

Electronic transition refers to the process in which an electron in an atom or molecule moves from one energy level to another, resulting in the absorption or emission of electromagnetic radiation.

2. What causes electronic transition?

Electronic transition is caused by the interaction between an atom or molecule and electromagnetic radiation, such as light. This interaction can change the energy state of the electron, causing it to move to a higher or lower energy level.

3. How does electronic transition relate to force?

The force involved in electronic transition is the electrostatic force between the electron and the nucleus. As the electron moves to a different energy level, this force changes, resulting in the absorption or emission of electromagnetic radiation.

4. What is the role of work in electronic transition?

Work is a measure of the energy needed to cause electronic transition. When an electron moves to a higher energy level, work is done by the external force (e.g. light) to overcome the electrostatic force between the electron and nucleus. When an electron moves to a lower energy level, work is released in the form of electromagnetic radiation.

5. How is force or work calculated for electronic transition?

The force involved in electronic transition can be calculated using Coulomb's law, which relates the electrostatic force to the distance between the electron and nucleus. Work can be calculated using the equation W = Fd, where W is work, F is force, and d is the distance over which the force acts.

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