The delocalization of the energy of the ionizing radiation in a molecular medium and its radiation-chemical features

Abstract

The problem of delocalization of the energy initially absorbed by the medium is considered. We present a rigorous derivation of the formula for the delocalization due to the uncertainty principle for particles of arbitrary velocity. Using the value of the effective range of the electromagnetic field of a moving particle, we estimate the dimensions of the collective excitation area. We also discuss the possible radiation-chemical consequences of the initial delocalization of the energy absorbed by the medium.