Introduction to Quantum Mechanics · Problem 7.20

Time-Independent Perturbation Theory — David J. Griffiths

Physics — Quantum Mechanics · fine_structure_hydrogen

Problem

Derive the fine structure formula (Equation 7.68) from the relativistic correction (Equation 7.58) and the spin-orbit coupling (Equation 7.67). Hint: Note that j=ℓ±1/2j = \ell \pm 1/2 (except for ℓ=0\ell = 0, where only the plus sign occurs); treat the plus sign and the minus sign separately, and you'll find that you get the same final answer either way.

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