Feynman diagramms for Photoelectric, Compton, Pair Production

In summary, a Feynman diagram is a graphical representation of the interaction between particles in a physical process. It explains the photoelectric effect by showing the absorption of a photon by an atom and the resulting emission of an electron. It also illustrates the Compton effect, where a photon is scattered by an electron, and the resulting change in wavelength due to energy transfer. Feynman diagrams can also be used to understand pair production, where a photon interacts with a nucleus to produce a particle-antiparticle pair. These diagrams are related by the fundamental interactions between particles and are still relevant in modern physics as a tool for understanding and calculating particle interactions.
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Hello to everyone!

What are the feynman diagramms for the three basic photon interactions?

Photelectric
Compton(compton, Rayleigh and Thomsom scattering)
Pair Production

Thank you in advance!
 
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You can find those diagrams with a search engine - for example on sites like this one.
 

FAQ: Feynman diagramms for Photoelectric, Compton, Pair Production

1. What is a Feynman diagram for photoelectric effect?

A Feynman diagram for photoelectric effect is a graphical representation of the interaction between a photon and an atom. It illustrates the process of a photon being absorbed by an atom and ejecting a bound electron, resulting in the photoelectric effect.

2. How does a Feynman diagram explain the Compton effect?

A Feynman diagram for Compton effect shows the scattering of a photon by an electron. It illustrates the conservation of energy and momentum in the process, where the scattered photon has a longer wavelength than the incident photon due to the transfer of energy to the electron.

3. Can a Feynman diagram be used to understand pair production?

Yes, a Feynman diagram can be used to explain pair production, where a photon interacts with a nucleus and produces a particle-antiparticle pair. The diagram shows the conservation of energy and momentum, and the resulting particles can be seen as the "legs" of the diagram.

4. How are Feynman diagrams for different processes related?

Feynman diagrams for different processes are related by the fundamental interactions between particles. For example, the photoelectric effect and Compton effect are both electromagnetic interactions, while pair production is a result of the strong interaction between particles.

5. Are Feynman diagrams still relevant in modern physics?

Yes, Feynman diagrams are still widely used in modern physics as a tool for understanding and calculating particle interactions. They provide a visual representation of complex processes and help to simplify calculations in quantum field theory.

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