Gamma-ray Studies using a Solid Argon Target: Properties of States in 40K and 40Ar

Abstract

The Doppler shift attenuation method was used to deduce lifetimes of levels in 40 Ar and 4°K populated by the reactions 40 Ar(p, n)4°K and 40 Ar(p, p')40 Ar. Spins and mixing ratios in 4°K were also deduced from angular distribution measurements. The target used was solid argon at a temperature of 66 K. Substantial agreement with other recent work has been found. The results are interpreted using a weak coupling calculation and a simple t5 function interaction model.