Linked cluster expansion for the calculation of the semi-inclusive A(e,e 'p)X processes using correlated Glauber wave functions - art. no. 024602

The distorted one-body mixed density matrix, which is the basic nuclear qua ntity appearing in the definition of the cross section for the semi-inclusi ve A(e,e' p)X processes, is calculated within a linked cluster expansion ba sed upon correlated wave functions and the Glauber multiple scattering theo ry to take into account the final state interaction of the ejected nucleon. The nuclear transparency for O-16 and Ca-40 is calculated using realistic central and noncentral correlations and the important role played by the la tter is illustrated.