Spin Offsetting Charge: How Electrons Balance Out

In summary, the opposite spin of two electrons allows them to be in close proximity without being repelled by the electromagnetic force. However, this only occurs in the case of parallel spin, as in the case of anti-parallel spin, the wave function has a higher energy. This phenomenon does not apply under superconductivity conditions, where electrons pair up regardless of their spin.
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As I understand, two electrons may be found (close) together providing they are of opposite spin. How does this occur ? How does the character of opposite spin offset the impact of the electromagnetic force repelling these two particles of the same charge ?
 
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Cobalt101 said:
How does this occur ? How does the character of opposite spin offset the impact of the electromagnetic force repelling these two particles of the same charge ?
It doesn't. The result is that the wave function for two electrons with anti-parallel spin has a higher energy than the corresponding wave function with parallel spins, where the electrons will avoid each other because of spin correlation.
 
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It doesn't. The result is that the wave function for two electrons with anti-parallel spin has a higher energy than the corresponding wave function with parallel spins, where the electrons will avoid each other because of spin correlation.
How about under superconductivity conditions ? In which electrons "pair up" ?
 

Related to Spin Offsetting Charge: How Electrons Balance Out

1. What is spin offsetting charge?

Spin offsetting charge refers to the phenomenon where electrons with opposite spin orientations balance each other out, leading to a net neutral charge.

2. How do electrons balance out their spin orientations?

Electrons in an atom have a property called spin, which can either be up or down. When there are an equal number of electrons with opposite spin orientations, their magnetic moments cancel out, resulting in a net neutral charge.

3. Why is spin offsetting charge important?

Spin offsetting charge is important because it contributes to the overall stability of atoms. Without this balancing of spin orientations, atoms would have a net magnetic moment, making them more reactive and unstable.

4. How does spin offsetting charge affect chemical reactions?

Spin offsetting charge does not directly affect chemical reactions, but it plays a role in determining an atom's reactivity and stability. Atoms with a balanced spin offsetting charge are generally less reactive compared to those with unbalanced charges.

5. Can spin offsetting charge be manipulated?

Yes, spin offsetting charge can be manipulated through various methods such as applying external magnetic fields or changing the temperature of the system. Researchers are also exploring ways to use spin offsetting charge for technological applications, such as in spintronics and quantum computing.

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