Single-electron-capture cross sections by alpha-particles from ground state K(4s) and Rb(5s): A molecular-state approach
- Florida A and M Univ., Tallahassee, FL (United States). Dept. of Physics
Cross sections for single-electron capture by {alpha}-particles from ground state K and Rb were calculated in the low-to-intermediate energy region by employing the molecular expansion method in the framework of impact parameter formulation. The colliding partners are treated as a pseudo-one-electron system and the technique of the pseudopotential is used to account for their mutual interactions. The molecular wave function of the quasimolecule formed during the collision is expanded in terms of basis sets of atomic orbitals on two centers. The resulting coupled equations are solved semiclassically where a straight-line trajectory describes the relative motion of the two nuclei. The effect of electron translation is also suitably incorporated. The calculated cross sections, both total and partial, are presented and compared with the available experimental measurements.
- Sponsoring Organization:
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Washington, DC (United States); National Science Foundation, Washington, DC (United States); Department of the Army, Washington, DC (United States)
- OSTI ID:
- 321061
- Report Number(s):
- CONF-980276-; ISSN 0020-7608; TRN: 99:003455
- Journal Information:
- International Journal of Quantum Chemistry, Vol. 70, Issue 4-5; Conference: International symposium on atomic, molecular, and condensed matter theory, St. Augustine, FL (United States), 21-27 Feb 1998; Other Information: PBD: Nov-Dec 1998
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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