Abstract
We report here the finding that, to obtain reliable lifetimes in highly ionized atoms measured by beam foil excitation, the conditions must be set so that the charge state studied is well below the average charge of the foil emergent beam. If this condition is not fulfilled, the decay curves may be significantly distorted by blending with close-lying satellite lines. We present evidence to show that failures to follow this criterion have led to serious underestimates in reported lifetimes in isoelectronic line strength studies. We also suggest guidelines for avoiding these distortions in future measurements.
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
