Interference effects in sequential decay

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Abstract

In this paper we utilize the Green's function method to study sequential decay processes which involve interference effects. The model system involves a zero-order discrete state coupled to a set of continua, which are themselves coupled together, while the coupling matrix elements are energy independent. Interference effects in parallel and consecutive decay involving two continua result in the retardation of the decay rate of the initial state and in the reversal of the branching ratio for the population of the two continua. Finally, a general solution was provided for the problem of sequential decay involving multiple continua.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)281-290
Number of pages10
JournalMolecular Physics
Volume26
Issue number2
DOIs
StatePublished - Aug 1973

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