Elastic electron scattering from inert-gas atoms

We present a comprehensive set of theoretical values for differential, total, and momentum transfer cross sections for elastic scattering of electrons by inert-gas atoms, for energies below 1 keV. In addition, we also provide Sherman function values for the xenon atom at various energies. The presen...

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Published inAtomic data and nuclear data tables Vol. 91; no. 1; pp. 8 - 76
Main Authors Adibzadeh, Mehrdad, Theodosiou, Constantine E.
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Elsevier Inc 01.09.2005
Subjects
CROSS SECTIONS
ELASTIC SCATTERING
ELECTRON DIFFRACTION
ELECTRON-ATOM COLLISIONS
EV RANGE 100-1000
MOMENTUM TRANSFER
NUCLEAR PHYSICS AND RADIATION PHYSICS
POLARIZATION
XENON
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Summary:We present a comprehensive set of theoretical values for differential, total, and momentum transfer cross sections for elastic scattering of electrons by inert-gas atoms, for energies below 1 keV. In addition, we also provide Sherman function values for the xenon atom at various energies. The present work includes a critical analysis of most available experimental and theoretical data, and systematic investigations on the effect of various choices for the atomic central, exchange, and polarization potential that we used in our calculations. The objective of the present work is to employ a relatively simple and semiempirical approach with a minimum number of adjustable parameters, which could generate a reliable set of cross sections for a wide range of energies. The present data are in very good agreement with prior accurate experimental and theoretical values.
ISSN:0092-640X
1090-2090
DOI:10.1016/j.adt.2005.07.004