Classical decay of Coulomb charges.
In this paper we postulate and solve the following problem: Prove in the framework of Newtonian mechanics that three Coulomb charges (-1,Q,Q) for Q>4 will leave any initial volume in a finite time and estimate this time. We also discuss possible generalizations of the problem and its relation to stability of ions and molecules.
Gridnev
D K
DK
SENTEF, Department of Physics, University of Bergen, 5007 Bergen, Norway.
Vaagen
J S
JS