Abstract
The (n,γ) cross section of 96Zr has been investigated at the CERN n-TOF spallation neutron source. High-resolution time-of-flight measurements using an enriched ZrO2 sample allowed us to analyze 15 resonances below 40 keV with improved accuracy. On average, the capture widths were found to be 25% smaller than reported in earlier experiments. If complemented with the contribution by direct radiative capture, the derived Maxwellian averaged cross sections are consistent with activation data at kT=25 keV. The present results confirm the astrophysical implications for the s-process branching at 95Zr.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 055802 |
Journal | Physical Review C - Nuclear Physics |
Volume | 84 |
Issue number | 5 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Nov 14 2011 |
Externally published | Yes |