Abstract
Existing data on the ionization of neutral atoms and molecules by proton impact are reviewed, and electron production cross-section data are collected. The three major experimental methods are discussed and possible sources of error identified. Some theoretical cross sections are discussed, and well-established methods of relating them to measured cross sections are reviewed. A mathematical equation is fitted to the weighted experimental data for each target, and these fits are adjusted to be consistent with appropriate theoretical calculations and with electron impact and photoionization data. Recommended values of total cross sections for proton-impact ionization are given.
Recommended Citation
M. E. Rudd et al., "Electron Production in Proton Collisions: Total Cross Sections," Reviews of Modern Physics, vol. 57, no. 4, pp. 965 - 994, American Physical Society (APS), Oct 1985.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1103/RevModPhys.57.965
Department(s)
Physics
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
0034-6861
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Final Version
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 1985 American Physical Society (APS), All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Oct 1985
