Abstract
We discuss an algebraic treatment of four-body clusters which includes both continuous and discrete symmetries. In particular, tetrahedral configurations with Td symmetry are analyzed with respect to the energy spectrum, transition form factors and B(EL) values. It is concluded that the low-lying spectrum of 16O can be described by four α particles at the vertices of a regular tetrahedron, not as a rigid structure but rather a more floppy structure with relatively large rotation–vibration interactions and Coriolis forces.
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