Interaction distance

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DRAFT DEFINITION
Interaction distance

The farthest distance of approach of two particles at which it is discernable that they will not pass at the impact parameter.

Considered between 2004 and 2006 but not included in the 2006 PAC submission
This is an unofficial draft definition presented for information and comment.

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Orange Book entry

Orange Book

ORANGE BOOK DEFINITION

IUPAC. Analytical Division. Compendium of Analytical Nomenclature (the Orange Book). Definitive Rules, 1979 (see also Orange Book 2023)

Interaction distance

The farthest distance of approach of two particles at which it is discernable that they will not pass at the impact parameter.

IUPAC 1997 Orange Book Chapter 12
Index of Orange Book Terms