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X-rays from Coalescing Atoms.

W E Meyerhof

    Science (New York, N.Y.)
    |September 3, 1976
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    Investigating X-ray continua from atomic collisions reveals quasimolecular origins. This technique simulates superheavy atoms, enabling spectroscopic studies and research into extreme electromagnetic fields.

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    Area of Science:

    • Atomic and Molecular Physics
    • Nuclear Physics
    • High-Energy Physics

    Background:

    • X-ray continua arise from atomic collisions, offering insights into electronic processes.
    • The quasimolecular nature of this radiation has been confirmed in atomic collision studies.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To establish the quasimolecular origin of X-ray continua in atomic collisions.
    • To explore the potential of X-ray continua for simulating and studying superheavy atoms.
    • To investigate fundamental processes under extreme electromagnetic fields.

    Main Methods:

    • Analysis of X-ray continua emitted during atomic collisions.
    • Utilizing increased atomic numbers of projectiles and targets to simulate superheavy elements.
    • Examining the energy dependence of K, L, and M Molybdenum (MO) radiation anisotropy and M MO spectra.

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    Main Results:

    • The quasimolecular origin of continuum radiation in atomic collisions has been established.
    • The study demonstrates that increasing atomic numbers simulates properties of superheavy atoms.
    • Peaked structures in X-ray anisotropy and spectra allow for approximate spectroscopic studies of superheavy atoms.

    Conclusions:

    • X-ray continua provide a novel method for studying electronic processes in atomic collisions.
    • This research opens avenues for spectroscopic investigations of superheavy atoms.
    • Future experiments with high-energy beams (e.g., 1400-Mev U at GSI) will probe fundamental physics under extreme conditions.