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Observation of the p eta ` Cusp in the New Precise Beam Asymmetry Sigma Data for gamma p -> p eta
Journal
Physical Review Letters
Volume
125
Number
15
Pages / Article-Number
152002
Abstract
Data on the beam asymmetry Sigma in the photoproduction of eta esons off protons are reported for tagged photon energies from 1130 to 1790 MeV (mass range from W = 1748 MeV to W = 2045 MeV). The data cover the full solid angle that allows for a precise moment analysis. For the first time, a strong cusp effect in a polarization observable has been observed that is an effect of a branch-point singularity at the p.0 threshold [E-gamma = 1447 MeV (W = 1896 MeV)]. The latest BnGa partial wave analysis includes the new beam asymmetry data and yields a strong indication for the N(1895)(1/2)(-) nucleon resonance, demonstrating the importance of including all singularities for a correct determination of partial waves and resonance parameters.