Local magnetic state of Mn atoms in ferromagnetic perovskite-type manganite
s is investigated with magnetic circular dichroism (MCD) of Mn 2p core-leve
l absorption (XAS). Small but clear differences in XAS and MCD spectra are
found between La0.84Sr0.16MnO3 and Nd0.53Sr0.47MnO3. The electronic states
of Mn atoms, especially the local spin and orbital states are discussed. (C
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