Matrix and cross section of the Xf -> Xf process

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The discussion revolves around the matrix and cross section of the Xf -> Xf process within the context of quantum field theory. Participants are examining the mathematical expressions related to this process, including a matrix element and a cross section formula.

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  • Participants are attempting to clarify the derivation of the matrix element and cross section, with one participant expressing difficulty in sharing their handwritten work due to its length. Questions about the course context and the readability of the provided material are also raised.

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Homework Statement
Find the matrix and cross section of neutralino fermion to neutralino fermion scattering process
Relevant Equations
\xi f -> \xi f
The attempt at a solution follows as an attachment. If you are only interested in the solution without the derivation, look at page 1 and page 9.
 

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Welcome to the PF. :smile:

Unfortunately, your hand-written, scanned work is not very readable. What class is this for, and which year in university?
 
BTW, there is a link to the PF LaTeX tutorial at the lower left corner of the Reply/Edit window at the bottom of your thread. It's a pretty easy tutorial to get you going typing math equations using LaTeX. :smile:
 
Thanks. But there is no way I can fit the 9 pages on this forum. However, I can write down the matrix and cross section found. The course is quantum field theory.

berkeman said:
Welcome to the PF. :smile:

Unfortunately, your hand-written, scanned work is not very readable. What class is this for, and which year in university?
 
$$ M = -((g_Z^2)/(q^2 - m^2) g_/uv) [\bar{u}(p3)\gamma^u \frac{1}{2} (C_V^X - C_A^X \gamma^5) u(p1)] [\bar{u}(p4)\gamma^v \frac{1}{2}(C_V^f - C_A^f \gamma^5)u(p2)]$$
 
$$ \sigma = \frac{1}{192\pi} \frac{-g_Z^4}{(s-m_Z^2)^2 + m_Z^2 \Gamma^2)} ((C_V^X)^2 + (C_A^X)^2 + (C_V^f)^2 + (C_A^f)^2) $$
 

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