TRANSPORT IN METALS WITH ELECTRON-ELECTRON SCATTERING

The problem of electron-electron scattering is solved using the Boltzm ann equation and a special set of basis functions. This basis treats d ifferent scattering mechanisms on the same footing. Corrections beyond the level of Matthiessen's rule are easily generated. The resulting B oltzmann equation has a simple tridiagonal form for Coulomb scattering , and values of transport properties converge rapidly. Results for ele ctrical and thermal conductivity, the Lorentz number, and the Hall coe fficient are presented.