Abstract
In order to clarify the physics underlying the observations of the electronlike behavior of positronium (Ps) and its resonant scattering from CO2, we have measured the Ps+N2 total cross section and found it also to exhibit significant structure. Analysis of the resonances reveals that Ps is distorted in the collisions and classical trajectory Monte Carlo calculations indicate that the electron is on average closer to the target than the positron, which may in turn bind resonantly to the ensuing temporary negative ion. This description of the nature of Ps resonances agrees with long-standing theoretical predictions.
Highlights
Positronium (Ps) is the bound state of an electron e− and a positron e+
In order to clarify the physics underlying the observations of the electronlike behavior of positronium (Ps) and its resonant scattering from CO2, we have measured the Ps + N2 total cross section and found it to exhibit significant structure
Analysis of the resonances reveals that Ps is distorted in the collisions and classical trajectory Monte Carlo calculations indicate that the electron is on average closer to the target than the positron, which may in turn bind resonantly to the ensuing temporary negative ion
Summary
In order to clarify the physics underlying the observations of the electronlike behavior of positronium (Ps) and its resonant scattering from CO2, we have measured the Ps + N2 total cross section and found it to exhibit significant structure. Analysis of the resonances reveals that Ps is distorted in the collisions and classical trajectory Monte Carlo calculations indicate that the electron is on average closer to the target than the positron, which may in turn bind resonantly to the ensuing temporary negative ion. This description of the nature of Ps resonances agrees with long-standing theoretical predictions.
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