Virtual Compton scattering off nuclei in the $Δ$-resonance region

Abstract

Virtual Compton scattering in the $Δ$-resonance region is considered in the case of a target nucleus. The discussion involves generalized polarizabilities and is developed for zero-spin nuclei, focusing on the new information coming from virtual Compton scattering in comparison with real Compton scattering.

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