Abstract
Excited states in the light lead nucleus, [Formula Presented] have been observed for the first time, by means of the recoil-decay tagging technique. A rotational band has been observed which has features in common with bands attributed to a prolate configuration in the heavier neutron deficient lead nuclei, [Formula Presented] A variable moment of inertia fit to the states in this band suggests that the prolate minimum has risen significantly in energy compared to the next even lead nucleus, [Formula Presented] This constitutes firm evidence for the minimization of this configuration with respect to the spherical ground state around [Formula Presented].
Original language | English |
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Number of pages | 1 |
Journal | Physical Review C - Nuclear Physics |
Volume | 62 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2000 |