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I was wondering on what basis I should choose between the two POTCARs supplied with VASP. For example Pd has 4p5s4d POTCAR and 5s14d9 POTCAR. I understand that more number of electrons would require more computation but is there any other reason why I should choose any one of them?

Besides when I write down the electronic configuration manually, I end up with the 4p5s4d configuration. But I have no clue why it can also be 5s14d9.

I appreciate any help.

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