Multiple quantum phase transitions in the Zr isotopes
Nuclear Theory
2019-12-24 v1
Abstract
We present a detailed analysis of spectra and other observables for the entire chain of Zr isotopes, from neutron number 52 to 70, in the framework of the interacting boson model with configuration mixing. The results suggest a remarkable interplay of multiple quantum phase transitions (QPTs). One type of QPT involves an abrupt crossing of normal and intruder configurations, superimposed on a second type of QPT involving gradual shape-changes within each configuration.
Cite
@article{arxiv.1912.08708,
title = {Multiple quantum phase transitions in the Zr isotopes},
author = {N. Gavrielov and A. Leviatan and F. Iachello},
journal= {arXiv preprint arXiv:1912.08708},
year = {2019}
}
Comments
13 pages, 8 figures, Proceedings International Workshop "Shapes and Dynamics of Atomic Nuclei: Contemporary Aspects" (SDANCA-19), October 3-5, 2019, Sofia, Bulgaria. arXiv admin note: substantial text overlap with arXiv:1909.08305, arXiv:1908.06677, arXiv:1904.09919