Alpha clustering and weak coupling in the A=90 region

TL;DR

This paper investigates alpha particle scattering and clustering phenomena in the A=90 nuclear region, focusing on $^{89}$Y and $^{93}$Nb, to unify the understanding of cluster structures and scattering behaviors.

Contribution

It provides a unified description of alpha clustering and scattering in the A=90 region, highlighting weak coupling effects in $^{93}$Nb and alpha scattering from $^{89}$Y.

Findings

Identification of alpha clustering in $^{93}$Nb

Analysis of weak coupling effects in the A=90 region

Insights into alpha scattering mechanisms from $^{89}$Y

Abstract

From the viewpoint of a unified description of cluster structure and scattering in the A=90 region, $\alpha$ scattering from $^{89}$Y is investigated. $\alpha$ clustering and weak coupling in $^{93}$Nb is discussed.