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Is the Compton equation a Lorentz probability ratio?

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Offline Richard777 (OP)

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Is the Compton equation a Lorentz probability ratio?
« on: 06/02/2021 20:37:14 »
The Compton Effect discovered in 1923 represents the interaction between a photon (x ray) and an electron. The interaction is elastic; the photon is “scattered”, and the electron “recoils”.

The Compton equation relates a ratio of momentum to a scattering angle.

The Compton equation also includes a “probability ratio”, or “distribution ratio” which is related to the Lorentz distribution function. Is this true?

See maths attached.

* 08 The Compton Distributiuon Ratio.pdf (195.35 kB - downloaded 161 times.)
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Re: Is the Compton equation a Lorentz probability ratio?
« Reply #1 on: 07/02/2021 17:50:20 »
The Compton equation gives you the change in the wavelength. There is no probability involved. It is a result. If you want to link it to a spatial probability distribution it is up to you but explain why you use one dimension and give more context. From what and where are you going?
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