Perturbation of the U235 m decay rate by implantation in transition metals

M. Neve De Mevergnies

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    Abstract

    When implanted in transition metals, the decay rate of U235m is influenced by the free-electron concentration of the host metal. The results can be qualitatively described by means of the "rigid-band" and "screened-potential" models.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)1188-1191
    Number of pages4
    JournalPhysical review Letters
    Volume29
    Issue number17
    DOIs
    StatePublished - 1972

    ASJC Scopus subject areas

    • General Physics and Astronomy

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