For fixed quadrupolefields and fractional momentum offset δ, q(δ)=q0/(1+δ). Differentiate cosμ=1−L1L2q2/2 at zero to obtain dμ/dδ=−L1L2q02/sinμ=−2tan(μ/2). Thus
Both transverse planes have the same natural result; the ring value is Ntimes this. It vanishes only in the zero-focusing limit, outside robust stable operation. Additional correcting elements, such as sextupoles where dispersion is nonzero, are required for zero corrected chromaticity.