Relativistic correction to Coulomb Potential in SQED

In summary, to obtain the relativistic lower order correction of the Coulombian potential, one must calculate the Feynman diagrams containing higher order terms using the scattering amplitudes in the gauge with xi = 1.
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Homework Statement
Obtain the relativictic lower order correction to the Coulombian potential
Relevant Equations
Those ones that are in the appended photo
I have derived the Coulombian potential as an effective potential between two spinless charged particle taking the non-relativitic approach on the scattering amplitude obtained in terms of the Feynman rules in SQED.
The scattering amplitudes are:
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I'm using the gauge in which xi = 1.
How could I obtain the relativistic lower order correction of the Coulombian potential using those amplitudes??
 
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In order to obtain the relativistic lower order correction of the Coulombian potential, one needs to use the scattering amplitudes and calculate the corrections due to the higher order terms that appear in the interaction due to relativistic effects. This can be done by computing the Feynman diagrams which contain these higher order terms. The diagrams with the leading order relativistic corrections will then provide the appropriate correction to the Coulombian potential.
 

FAQ: Relativistic correction to Coulomb Potential in SQED

What is the significance of the relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential in SQED?

The relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential in SQED (Super Quantum Electrodynamics) is important because it takes into account the effects of special relativity on the Coulomb potential, which is the force between two charged particles. This correction is necessary for accurately describing the behavior of particles at high energies, such as those found in particle accelerators.

How is the relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential calculated in SQED?

The relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential in SQED is calculated using perturbation theory, which is a mathematical method for approximating solutions to complex equations. In this case, the correction is calculated by considering the effects of virtual particles (particles that exist for a very short time) on the Coulomb potential.

What is the mathematical expression for the relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential in SQED?

The mathematical expression for the relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential in SQED is given by the formula:
ΔV = -α/4πr * (1 + 3/4α + 19/8α2 + ...),
where α is the fine-structure constant and r is the distance between the two charged particles.

How does the relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential affect the behavior of particles in SQED?

The relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential leads to a stronger force between particles at high energies, which means that particles will interact more strongly and have a higher probability of scattering. This can have significant effects on the behavior of particles in high-energy environments, such as particle colliders.

Can the relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential be observed in experiments?

Yes, the relativistic correction to the Coulomb potential has been observed in experiments, particularly in high-energy particle collisions. These observations have confirmed the predictions of SQED and have helped to improve our understanding of the fundamental forces and particles in the universe.

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