The LeRoy radius is a concept used in the field of atomic and molecular physics, particularly in the context of the interaction of charged particles, such as electrons and ions, with neutral atoms or molecules. It is defined as the distance at which the potential energy of interaction between the charged particle and the neutral atom becomes comparable to the thermal energy available at a given temperature. The LeRoy radius is particularly important when considering the conditions under which a charged particle can interact with an atom in a significant way.
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