Scattering theory from microscopic first principles

Abstract We sketch a derivation of abstract scattering theory from the microscopic first principles defined by Bohmian mechanics. We emphasize the importance of the flux-across-surfaces theorem for the derivation, and of randomness in the impact parameter of the initial wave function — even for an, inevitably inadequate, orthodox derivation.

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