Tensor force formalism for inelastic scattering, charge exchange and knock-out reactions

doi:10.1016/0375-9474(70)90238-1

Nuclear Physics A

Volume 157, Issue 2, 30 November 1970, Pages 625-645

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A representation of the two-body tensor force is presented that may easily be used in inelastic scattering, charge exchange and knock-out reactions as well as Slater-type structure calculations. The relevant formulae are cast into the general formalism given by Satchler. Explicit formulae are given for both the direct and knock-out form factors so that the tensor force may be incorporated directly into existing distorted-wave programs. A brief discussion is given regarding the influence of the tensor force on various transitions, and some sample DWBA calculations are presented. The effects of recoil are neglected.

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^†: Research supported in part by the National Science Foundation (Grant-NSF-GP-7901) and the National Science Foundation (Grant NSF-GJ-367).

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