Published July 15, 1976 | Version v1
Journal article

Neutron-capture cross sections for 1860s and 1870s and the age of the universe

  • 1. California Univ., Livermore (USA). Lawrence Livermore Lab.

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The neutron-capture cross sections for 1860s and 1870s have been measured in the energy range up to 150 keV, corresponding to stellar temperatures up to approximately 18 x 108K. Knowledge of these cross sections enables the calibration of the 187Re → 1870s nuclear β-decay clock and hence a new radiogenic determination of the age of the Universe. (U.K.)

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Journal Title
Nature
Journal Volume
262
Journal Issue
5565
Series
Nature (London).
Journal Page Range
197-199
ISSN
0028-0836

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