A simple approach to the Landau-Zener formula

Abstract

The Landau-Zener formula provides the probability of non-adiabatic transitions occuring when two energy levels are swept through an avoided crossing. The formula is derived here in a simple calculation that emphasizes the physics responsible for non-adiabatic population transfer.

arXiv comment4 pages, 2 figures; fixed typos and added a reference

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