Interaction effect of a topological semimetal Na3Bi in magnetic fields

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Abstract

We study the interaction induced instability of a topological semimetal Na$_3$Bi in magnetic field based on the mean field theory. The phase diagram can be classified by two sets of order parameters, which break chiral symmetry and thus gap the system. In certain interaction parameter regions, we find these two order parameters can co-exist. To understand this phase co-existence and phase transitions in the phase diagram, we analytically solve the minimum problem of free energy perturbatively. The possible experimental consequence is also studied.

Authors

  • Ruixing Zhang

    The Pennsylvania State University

  • Jimmy Hutasoit

    Leiden University

  • Chaoxing Liu

    Pennsylvania State University, The Penn State University, The Pennsylvania State University