Theory of photoemission from the Ni 2p core level

Photoemission spectra are calculated for the Ni 2p core level within a small-cluster many-body scheme. The interplay between Coulomb, exchange, and spin-orbit interactions is discussed, as well as the role of extra-atomic screening. The spin-dependent transfer of spectral weight, both within and across the levels, is considered. Effects due to circular, linear, and unpolarized excitation are also examined. Local final-state configurations are reported, and a physical interpretation of the various spectral features is given.