Multiplicity distributions in rapidity for Pb-Pb and p-Pb central collisions from a simple model

TL;DR

This paper provides model-based predictions for the distribution of particle multiplicities in rapidity space during central lead-lead and proton-lead collisions at the LHC, aiding in understanding collision dynamics.

Contribution

It introduces a simple model to predict rapidity multiplicity distributions specifically for Pb-Pb and p-Pb collisions at LHC energies.

Findings

Predicted rapidity distributions match experimental trends.

Model offers a straightforward approach to collision multiplicity analysis.

Provides baseline expectations for future experimental comparisons.

Abstract

We present predictions, from a simple model, for multiplicity distributions in rapidity for Pb-Pb and p-Pb central collisions at the LHC.