Abstract
A theoretical approach is presented intending to unify tunnel model and structural defect concepts existing in the theory of amorphous solids. Origins of double-well potentials (DWP) are discussed and two types of DWPs-soft and rigid-are emphasised. Soft DWPS are mainly responsible for low-temperature properties whereas rigid DWPs determine the properties of glasses at higher temperatures. Tunnelling in rigid DWPs is largely influenced by the barrier fluctuative preparation, the multi-phonon processes are of importance at higher temperatures. The DWP relaxation time up to room temperature is analysed. The sound attenuation due to the relaxation and multi-phonon mechanisms is calculated and their relative contributions are compared. The role of these processes in the thermal conductivity and temperature plateau formation is discussed.
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