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Partial-wave total scattering cross-section (σT​)

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For elastic scattering by a central potential,
σT​=k24π​∑l=0∞​(2l+1)sin2δl​.
(1)
At low momentum, the S wave normally supplies the leading term.

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  • Past exam of the mathematics course of the University of Cambridge / 2007 / ii / Paper 1 / 33A / Solution
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