Second Order Formalism for Fermions

Abstract

A new formulation of fermions based on a second order action is proposed. An analysis of the $U(1)$ anomaly allows us to test the validity of the formalism at the quantum level. This formulation gives a new perpective to the introduction of parity non-invariant interactions.

13 pp, Plain TeX, IPNO-TH 92/82, DFTUZ 92/13

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