How to Calculate Cross Section for Scalar-Neutrino Interaction?

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The discussion focuses on calculating the cross section for the interaction involving a massive neutral scalar (\phi), a massive Majorana neutrino (N), and a standard model neutrino (\nuL). The proposed formula for the cross section is \(\frac{g^4}{4 \pi} \frac{m_N^2}{ {(m_\phi^2+m_N^2)}^2 }\), where g represents the coupling constant. The user references a document for guidance but seeks clarification on the application of Eq. (4.5.13) and the handling of the \(\sigma \cdot k\) term in the context of the invariant amplitude squared.

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  • Understanding of scalar-neutrino interactions in particle physics
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  • Proficiency in using Feynman diagrams for particle interactions
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  • Study the derivation of cross sections in quantum field theory
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Homework Statement



Hi. I'm trying to calculate the cross section for this process:

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where \phi is a massive neutral scalar, N is a massive Majorana neutrino and \nuL is the normal SM neutrino.

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The Attempt at a Solution


Apparently the answer should be something like: \frac{g^4}{4 \pi} \frac{m_N^2}{ {(m_\phi^2+m_N^2)}^2 } \>,
where g is the coupling constant.

There’s a similar case in http://zippy.physics.niu.edu/spinors/DHMspinors.pdf, page 45. However, I’m not sure which part of Eq. (4.5.13) corresponds to the diagram above and I don’t know how to deal with the \sigma \cdot k term (particularly when calculating the invariant amplitude squared)?

Any help would be appreciated,
Thanks!
 
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So, I've attempted to do the calculation. Does this look correct? (there are lots of steps I'm unsure about):

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