Lecture 6 Flashcards
1
Q
what is spin direction?
A
projection of the spin vector along a given axis, usually z
2
Q
What is helicity?
A
projection of the spin direction along the direction of travel
3
Q
spin along the direction of motion, right or left handed?
A
right handed
4
Q
spin opposite the direction of motion: right or left handed?
A
left handed
