Hartree-Fock Method
The Hartree-Fock Method is a computational approach used in quantum chemistry to approximate the wave function of a multi-electron system. It simplifies the complex interactions between electrons by assuming that each electron moves independently in an average field created by all other electrons. This method helps in calculating the energy levels and properties of atoms and molecules.
In the Hartree-Fock Method, the total energy of the system is minimized using variational principles. The method employs self-consistent field (SCF) techniques, iteratively refining the electron distribution until convergence is achieved. While it provides a good approximation, it does not account for electron correlation effects fully.