Trajectory-dependent neutralization of low energy Li+ scattered from alkali adsorbates on Ni(111)

L. Q. Jiang, Y. D. Li, Bruce E. Koel

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Abstract

Strongly trajectory-dependent neutralization is observed for low energy Li+ scattered from Cs adsorbed on Ni(111). For near glancing-exit scattering, the ion yield as a function of Cs coverage shows a pronounced peak and this behavior can be described well by a resonant charge-exchange model using the average work function. However, the yield is much smaller for near normal-exit scattering and the neutralization is mainly determined by the local electrostatic potential. Trajectory-independent, complete neutralization is observed at high coverages.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)2649-2652
Number of pages4
JournalPhysical Review Letters
Volume70
Issue number17
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 1993
Externally publishedYes

All Science Journal Classification (ASJC) codes

  • Physics and Astronomy(all)

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