Abstract
We present the observation of an isomeric decay in the very neutron deficient nucleus [Formula Presented] The isomer is interpreted as an excited 0[Formula Presented] state, consistent with the long standing prediction of high deformation prolate/oblate shape coexistence in this nucleus. The magnitude of the [Formula Presented] matrix element deduced for the [Formula Presented] transition gives strong support to the prediction of a highly deformed oblate rotor.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | R2924-R2928 |
Journal | Physical Review C - Nuclear Physics |
Volume | 56 |
Issue number | 6 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 1997 |