Abstract
We argue that if semihard QCD is in the origin of the increase of σ el/ σ tot, then a softening of the leading particle spectrum, corresponding to an increase of the inelasticity, should occur. By establishing a simple relation between the inelasticity and the ratio σ el/ σ tot, we are able to describe the energy dependence of the inelasticity, in agreement with cosmic-ray data.
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