Demystifying generalized parton distributions

Abstract

In this paper, I will explain in as simple and intuitive physical terms as possible what generalized parton distributions are, what new information about the structure of hadrons they convey and therefore what picture of the hadron will emerge. To develop this picture, I will use the example of deeply virtual Compton scattering (DVCS) and exclusive meson electroproduction processes. Based on this picture, I will make some general predictions for these processes.

12 pages, 5 figures, uses EPJ style files, improved and final version, to appear in Eur.Phys.J.C

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