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Connecting Heaven and Earth: PREX and CREX Tell us About Neutron Stars.
- Source :
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Nuclear Physics News . Apr-Jun2024, Vol. 34 Issue 2, p11-15. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- This document provides an overview of the PREX and CREX experiments, which aimed to measure the neutron skin thickness in lead-208 and calcium-48 nuclei using the weak force. The results of these experiments revealed a thick neutron skin for lead-208 and a surprisingly thin skin for calcium-48, challenging current theoretical frameworks. The implications of these findings for understanding the structure and composition of neutron stars are also discussed. The document emphasizes the importance of collaboration between theoretical and experimental groups to further investigate these complex nuclear structures. [Extracted from the article]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 10619127
- Volume :
- 34
- Issue :
- 2
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Nuclear Physics News
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 177656002
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1080/10619127.2024.2336428