In quantum mechanics, a pseudopotential is an effective potential used to simplify the treatment of many-body systems, particularly in the study of electron interactions in solids. It is often employed in the context of condensed matter physics and materials science. ### Why Use Pseudopotentials? 1. **Electron-Nucleus Interaction**: In atoms, electrons experience a strong Coulomb attraction to the nucleus, which can complicate calculations.
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