Lifshitz theory of van der Waals force
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Lifshitz theory of van der Waals forces is a theoretical framework that describes the interaction between macroscopic bodies due to fluctuations in their electromagnetic fields. Named after Soviet physicist Emil M. Lifshitz, this theory generalizes the notion of van der Waals forces beyond simple point charges or ideal systems, taking into account the influence of media, boundary conditions, and temperature.
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