Abstract

We have studied charge exchange between fast atoms/ions and the surface of an insulator. Based on investigations on the formation of negative hydrogen, oxygen and fluorine ions in the grazing scattering from a clean and flat LiF(100) surface, we discuss specific features of the interaction of fast atomic projectiles with the surface of an insulator. Under specific kinematic conditions large fractions of negative ions are observed.

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