What Does ANO Stand For?
ANO stands for Average Natural Orbitals
Average Natural Orbitals (ANO) are a set of mathematical functions used in quantum chemistry to represent electron density distributions in molecular systems. These orbitals are derived from the natural orbitals of a wavefunction and provide a more intuitive and manageable description of electronic structures. ANOs facilitate the analysis of electronic correlations and reduce computational complexity in simulations, making them valuable for both theoretical studies and practical applications in molecular modeling and spectroscopy.
Added on 14th April 2008 | Last edited on 16th June 2025 | Edit Acronym