Where Can I Find High-Energy Pair Production Differential Cross Sections?

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The discussion centers on the search for high-energy differential cross sections for electron-positron pair production due to photon interactions. The user specifically seeks reliable sources that provide valid formulas for high relativistic energies and all angles, rather than just small opening angles. Key references mentioned include "Rev. Mod. Phys. 41, 581 - 639 (1969)" and Hans Bethe's work in "Phys Rev. 93," which discusses the theory of bremsstrahlung and pair production.

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Hi

I am looking for a source which covers a differential crossection for pair production of electrons and positrons due to photons.

\frac{d^2\sigma}{dEd\Omega}

I need it to be valid for high relativistic energies of electrons/positrons and for all angels. I can only find formulas which are valid for small opening angels :(

(Rev. Mod. Phys. 41, 581 - 639 (1969) Pair Production by Photons)

Thank you for your time
 
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Hans Bethe - Phys Rev. 93 "Theory of Bremsstrahlung and Pair Production I. differential Cross Section"

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