On the Electron Structure Function

Abstract

The collinear QCD structure of the electron is studied within the Standard Model. The electron structure function is defined and calculated in leading logarithmic approximation. It shows important contribution from the interference of the intermediate electroweak bosons. The problem of momentum scales is extensively discussed. The master equations for the QCD parton densities inside the electron are constructed and solved numerically in the asymptotic region. Significant corrections to the naive evolution procedure are found. Phenomenological applications at present and future momentum scales are discussed.

Comments: 27 pages, 9 figures; Acta Physica Polonica B, dedicated to Andrzej Bialas in honour of his 60th birthday