The amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino

In summary, the conversation discusses the effective Hamiltonian of ##B \to l \nu## decay where the SM and NP parts are seen in equation 1. The origin of ##m_l## in equation 4 is explained to come from ##P^\mu_B## in equation 3. The question arises as to how ##P^\mu_B## yields ##m_l##, with two possible forms for ##P^\mu_B## in the B rest frame. The conversation also mentions the vacuum saturation approximation, where the matrix elements for ##\bar{u}\gamma_\mu b## and ##\bar{u}b## are set to zero. The conversation concludes with a question about why the matrix element for ##\bar
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Safinaz
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Hi there,

In Reference as hep-ph/0306037v2, we see the effective Hamiltonian of ## B \to l \nu ## equ. 1, which has the SM and the NP parts. In equ. 4, it seems that ## m_l ## comes from ## P^\mu_B ## equ. 3.

The question that how ## P^\mu_B ## yields ## m_l ## ? Where ## P^\mu_B = ( E_B, 0, 0, \bf{p} )## , or ## P^\mu_B = ( m_B, 0, 0, 0)## in B rest frame ..

Bests.
 
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## P^{\mu} \bar{\ell} \gamma_{\mu} (1-\gamma_5) \nu = (p^{\mu}_{\ell} + p^{\mu}_{\bar{\nu}} ) \bar{\ell} \gamma_{\mu} (1-\gamma_5) \nu ##
## = \bar{\ell} (\not p_{\ell} + \not p_{\bar{\nu}} )(1-\gamma_5) \nu ##

and
## \bar{\ell} \not p_{\ell} = -m_{\ell} \bar{\ell} ##
 
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Many thanks .. May I ask another question about " the vacuum saturation approximation ", that why

## < 0 | \bar{u} \gamma_\mu b | B > ~ and ~ < 0 | \bar{u} b | B > = 0 ## ? , and for ## [ \bar{l} \gamma^\mu (1-\gamma_5) \nu ] ##, why didn't say:
## < l^- \bar{ \nu} | \bar{l} \gamma^\mu (1-\gamma_5) \nu | 0 > ## ?
 

Related to The amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino

1. What is the amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino?

The amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino is a measure of the probability of a B meson decaying into a tau neutrino. It is a complex number that is calculated using the Standard Model of particle physics.

2. Why is the amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino important?

The amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino is important because it tells us about the underlying fundamental interactions and processes that govern the decay of particles. It also helps us understand the behavior of B mesons and their decays, which can provide insights into the nature of matter and the laws of physics.

3. How is the amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino calculated?

The amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino is calculated using mathematical equations based on the Standard Model of particle physics. These equations take into account various factors such as the mass of the particles involved, their interactions, and the conservation laws that govern particle decays.

4. Can the amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino change?

Yes, the amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino can change depending on the energy and conditions of the decay process. It can also be affected by the presence of other particles and interactions that may influence the decay.

5. How does the amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino affect experimental measurements?

The amplitude of B decay into tau neutrino plays a crucial role in experimental measurements as it helps us understand the probability of a B meson decaying into a tau neutrino. By measuring the amplitude, we can validate the predictions of the Standard Model and further our understanding of the fundamental interactions between particles.

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