Strong indication of true quaternary fission of 252Cf (sf)

Abstract

Abstract In our previous publications we discussed possible physical scenario standing behind rectangular–like structures in the fission fragments mass-correlation distributions from 252Cf(sf). The rectangle is bounded by the known magic nuclei such as 68Ni, 84Se and others. The fission events aggregated in the rectangle show extremely low total kinetic energies. Previously only decay mode with two Ni clusters in the exit channel was discussed. A more complete analysis is presented which gives additional arguments in favour of true quaternary fission of 252Cf (sf).