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Is it possible for a beam of slow neutrons, to be deflected by a strong magnetic field? I have found something for a beta asymmetry in Wu experiments, but haven't understood much. Is it a particle physics subject?
dtsormpa said:Is it possible for a beam of slow neutrons, to be deflected by a strong magnetic field?
olgranpappy said:I believe so, because they possesses a magnetic moment they will be deflected in a way similar to that of the Stern-Gerlach experiment... of course, the magentic moment of the neutron is much smaller than that of an atom (due to electrons).
A slow neutron beam is a stream of neutrons that have been decelerated to a low velocity, typically less than 100 meters per second. This is achieved by passing the neutrons through a material that slows them down, such as water or a moderator.
A magnetic field is a region in space where a magnetic force can be detected. It is created by moving electric charges, such as those found in magnets or electric currents.
When a slow neutron beam passes through a magnetic field, the neutrons experience a force due to their electric charge. This force causes the neutrons to change direction, or deflect, as they travel through the magnetic field.
Studying the deflection of slow neutron beams by a magnetic field can provide valuable information about the magnetic properties of materials. This can be useful in various fields such as material science, nuclear engineering, and particle physics.
The deflection of a slow neutron beam by a magnetic field can be measured using various detectors, such as scintillation detectors or nuclear emulsion plates. These detectors can track the path of the deflected neutrons and provide data for analysis.