The mathematical model of the two‐dimensional Thomas–Fermi atom is solved analytically. The electrons interact with each other and with the nucleus through logarithmic potentials that have at least one arbitrary length parameter that sets the zero of energy. The most stable configuration of the system is shown to be a positive ion.
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Mathematical modeling
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