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Meaning of Wannier function | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

Any of a set of orthogonal functions used in solid-state physics; they are the localized molecular orbitals of crystalline systems.

Examples

“The Wannier functions (WF)^(35,36) are the most localized orbitals within the valence-band and conduction-band subspaces. Hence we will use WF as ϕₗ in Eqs (1) and (2).”

CEFR level

B2

Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.

See also

wannigan wannime Wanning Wannish wannit Wannon