What happens when a high speed electron collides with a stationary cation?

In summary, charged particle collisions are interactions between particles that have an electric charge. They can occur between particles of the same charge or opposite charges. These collisions happen when particles are attracted or repelled by each other and collide, resulting in energy and momentum exchange. Studying charged particle collisions can provide valuable insights into the fundamental properties of matter and has practical applications in fields such as nuclear energy and medical imaging. These collisions are studied through experiments using particle accelerators and advanced detectors to analyze the particles produced and gather data for further analysis.
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What 'could' happen when a high speed electron hits a stationary cathion?
 
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Cation?

It depends on the energy, and "high speed" is not useful to define this. The electron could get captured or it could do the usual electron/matter-interactions (mainly Bremsstrahlung) without caring about the other electrons. It can get deflected without any significant interaction with the atom.
 

Related to What happens when a high speed electron collides with a stationary cation?

1. What are charged particle collisions?

Charged particle collisions are interactions between particles that have an electric charge. These collisions can occur between particles of the same charge or opposite charges.

2. How do charged particle collisions occur?

Charged particle collisions occur when two particles with opposite charges are attracted to each other and collide. This can also occur when two particles with the same charge are repelled by each other and collide.

3. What happens during a charged particle collision?

During a charged particle collision, the particles involved interact and exchange energy and momentum. This can result in the production of new particles or the transformation of the original particles.

4. What are the applications of studying charged particle collisions?

Studying charged particle collisions can provide valuable insights into the fundamental properties of matter and the forces that govern the universe. This research also has practical applications in fields such as nuclear energy, medical imaging, and particle accelerators.

5. How are charged particle collisions studied?

Charged particle collisions are studied through experiments using particle accelerators, which accelerate particles to high speeds and collide them with a target. Scientists also use advanced detectors to analyze the particles produced during these collisions and gather data for further analysis.

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