Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the Feynman diagrams for the strong interaction process ##\pi^- + p \rightarrow \Lambda_c^+ + D^-##. Participants are examining the correctness and quality of the diagrams presented, focusing on aspects of conservation laws and the order of the strong coupling constant.
Discussion Character
- Technical explanation, Debate/contested, Homework-related
Main Points Raised
- One participant presents a Feynman diagram for the process and asks for validation of its correctness.
- Another participant suggests that while the diagram is not incorrect, they would not give it much credit, implying a lack of confidence in its quality.
- A later reply indicates that a revised diagram is of a lower order in the strong coupling constant, questioning whether this improvement is significant.
- There is a clarification that the discussion is not related to homework, but rather a casual discussion about Feynman diagrams.
- One participant notes that the rules of the forum seem to favor homework-like problems, even if the discussion is informal.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants do not reach a consensus on the quality of the diagrams. There are differing opinions on the significance of the revisions made to the diagrams and the context of the discussion.
Contextual Notes
Participants express uncertainty regarding the evaluation criteria for the diagrams and the implications of the order of the strong coupling constant in their assessments.