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(a)
The threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction
(a)
Answer to Problem 14P
The threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction
Explanation of Solution
Consider the reaction,
Write the expression for the threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction.
Here,
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, the threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction
(b)
The threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction
(b)
Answer to Problem 14P
The threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction
Explanation of Solution
Consider the reaction,
Write the expression for the threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction
Conclusion:
Substitute
Therefore, the threshold for production of strange particles in the reaction
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