Abstract
We have measured the spin structure functions g{sub 2}{sup p} and g{sub 2}{sup d} and the virtual photon asymmetries A{sub 2}{sup p} and A{sub 2}{sup d} over the kinematic range 0.02 < x <0.8 and 1.0 < Q{sup 2} < 30 (GeV/c){sup 2} by scattering 38.8 GeV longitudinally polarized electrons from transversely polarized NH{sup 3} and {sup 6}LiD targets. The absolute value of A{sub 2} is significantly smaller than the {radical}R positivity limit over the measured range, while g{sub 2} is consistent with the twist-2 Wandzura-Wilczek calculation. We obtain results for the twist-3 reduced matrix elements d{sub 2}{sup p}, d{sub 2}{sup d} and d{sub 2}{sup n}. The Burkhardt-Cottingham sum rule integral g{sub 2}(x)dx is reported for the range 0.02 {le} x {le} 0.8.
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.
