Cross sections for interactions of 8.8 GeVα particles with Ag, Au, Bi and Th

Abstract

Makrofol was used as 4~ track detector to determine reaction cross sections of Ag, Au, Bi and Th induced by 8.8 GeV e particles. The variation of cross sections as functions of the Z2/A parameter of the target has been investigated. Data concerning geometry of events, momentum transfer and fission probabilities were discussed in order to discern fission products from those originating from more violent processes. Comparison with proton data has been done and differences were discussed.