Understanding Fierz Identity Transformations

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SUMMARY

The discussion centers on the application of the Fierz identity in quantum field theory, specifically in simplifying expressions involving Dirac matrices and projection operators. The transformation presented is: $$(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu\gamma^\nu\gamma^\rho P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu\gamma_\nu\gamma_\rho P_L u) = 16(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu P_L u)$$. Participants seek clarification on how to derive this result, emphasizing the importance of understanding Fierz transformations in amplitude calculations.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Dirac matrices and their properties
  • Familiarity with projection operators, specifically the left-handed projector $P_L$
  • Basic knowledge of quantum field theory and amplitude calculations
  • Experience with tensor algebra and manipulation of gamma matrices
NEXT STEPS
  • Study the derivation of the Fierz identity in quantum field theory
  • Learn about the implications of Fierz transformations on particle interactions
  • Explore examples of amplitude calculations using Fierz identities
  • Review the referenced paper on Fierz transformations for deeper insights
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Quantum field theorists, particle physicists, and advanced students seeking to deepen their understanding of Fierz identities and their applications in amplitude calculations.

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Hi,
I was calculating some amplitudes and I end up with an expression like this:
$$(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu\gamma^\nu\gamma^\rho P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu\gamma_\nu\gamma_\rho P_L u)$$

In the solution of the exercise they say that, from the Fierz identity:
$$(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu\gamma^\nu\gamma^\rho P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu\gamma_\nu\gamma_\rho P_Lu)=16(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu P_L u)$$

How can I show that?
 
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Luca_Mantani said:
Hi,
I was calculating some amplitudes and I end up with an expression like this:
$$(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu\gamma^\nu\gamma^\rho P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu\gamma_\nu\gamma_\rho P_L u)$$

In the solution of the exercise they say that, from the Fierz identity:
$$(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu\gamma^\nu\gamma^\rho P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu\gamma_\nu\gamma_\rho P_Lu)=16(\bar{c}\gamma^\mu P_L b)(\bar{d}\gamma_\mu P_L u)$$

How can I show that?

Probably, it is useful for you to read this reference:
https://arxiv.org/pdf/hep-ph/0306087.pdf
 

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