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Considering both interspecies and intraspecies fluctuations in ultracold bose-bose mixtures, we derive generalized stability conditions against collapse and phase separation. Furthermore, by examining the energy density of the system, we…
Using density-functional theory we assess the stability of bulk and surface oxides of the late 4d transition metals in a ``constrained equilibrium'' with a gas phase formed of O2 and CO. While the stability range of the most stable bulk…
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The possible importance of oxide formation for the catalytic activity of transition metals in heterogenous oxidation catalysis has evoked a lively discussion over the recent years. On the more noble transition metals (like Pd, Pt or Ag) the…
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