Density functional theory for a macroion suspension

dc.creatorWarren, Patrick B.
dc.date2005-06-21
dc.date.accessioned2026-07-07T03:05:44Z
dc.date.available2026-07-07T03:05:44Z
dc.descriptionA density functional theory for a macroion suspension is examined, where the excess free energy corresponds to the macroion self energy arising from the polarisation of the supporting electrolyte solution. This is treated within a linearised or Debye-Huckel approximation. The model predicts liquid-liquid phase separation at low ionic strength. The interface structure and surface tension between coexisting phases is calculated using a variational approximation. Results are also obtained for structure factors, which are shown to obey the Stillinger-Lovett moment conditions. As one approaches the critical points, the structure factors may diverge at a non-zero wavevector, indicating that the critical points could be replaced by charge-density-wave phases.
dc.description12 pages, 8 figures, RevTeX 4.0
dc.identifierhttps://arxiv.org/abs/cond-mat/0506537
dc.identifierhttp://arxiv.org/abs/cond-mat/0506537
dc.identifier.urihttp://salesiana.dossiersoluciones.com/handle/123456789/26556
dc.subjectSoft Condensed Matter
dc.subjectStatistical Mechanics
dc.titleDensity functional theory for a macroion suspension
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