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Theory of Quasi-Elastic Neutrino Scattering on Nuclei

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Measurement of the Antineutrino Double-Differential Charged-Current Quasi-Elastic Scattering Cross Section at MINERvA

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This section explains the theory behind quasi-elastic scattering of neutrinos on nuclei, with a discussion of the nuclear effects that can influence the scattering cross section.

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Patrick, C.E. (2018). Theory of Quasi-Elastic Neutrino Scattering on Nuclei. In: Measurement of the Antineutrino Double-Differential Charged-Current Quasi-Elastic Scattering Cross Section at MINERvA. Springer Theses. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-69087-2_2

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