Size of nuclei wave function in a crystal

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The typical extension of the spatial wavefunction of an atomic nucleus in a crystal, specifically in Germanium, is a critical topic in quantum mechanics and solid-state physics. The discussion emphasizes the importance of conducting preliminary research before seeking assistance, highlighting that relevant literature can be found through targeted searches. Suggested search terms include "vibration amplitudes in metal lattice," which yield valuable resources. Key references include academic articles available through institutional repositories and university websites.

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I need to know what is the typical extention of the (spatial) wavefunction of an atomic nucleus in a crystal, in particular I am interested to the case of a Germanium cristal.

Please together with the actual number of the size of the nuclei wavefunctions, let me know the references (articles or books) where I can find these informations.

Thanks in advance for the help.
 
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Hello Shikatsuki, :welcome:

You tag this with an 'advanced' label, so PhD level. Or is that a coincidence? You are a solid state expert and seem a bit lost in QM ?

Did you search yourself too ? What did you find and what search terms did you use ?
PF culture more or less requires some own initiative prior to posting. Your thread looks slightly haphazard -- but I could be mistaken. Please provide some more context and narrow down tot the issues you can't resolve by yourself.
I googled 'vibration amplitudes in metal lattice' and got plenty of good suggestions...

https://lib.dr.iastate.edu/cgi/view...gle.nl/&httpsredir=1&article=3390&context=rtd

https://www.itp.tu-berlin.de/fileadmin/a3233/upload/SS12/TheoFest2012/Kapitel/Chapter7.pdf

In short: google is your friend.
 
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