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A class of exactly solvable matrix models

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Some exactly solvable matrix models are discussed. Possible applications to problems in physical chemistry are pointed out, in particular the Hückel problem, the problem of torsional vibrations of polyatomic molecules, and of vibrations of finite polymer chains.

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Iachello, F., Del Sol Mesa, A. A class of exactly solvable matrix models. Journal of Mathematical Chemistry 25, 345–363 (1999). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1019109222477

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