We perform a distorted-wave impulse approximation calculation of inelastic scattering of deuterons by nuclei using effective interactions in the framework of the sudden approximation at $E_d=400\mathrm{}$ MeV. Cross sections and spin observables are expressed in terms of amplitudes for the corresponding nucleon-nucleus scattering. The calculation is examined for the excitation of ${}^{12}\mathrm{C}$ to the $2^{+}$ (2.44 MeV), $3^{-}$ (9.64 MeV), and $1^{+}$ (12.71 MeV) states and is found to give a reasonable description for most of the observables. Some discrepancies are found for the transition leading to the $1^{+}$ state, suggesting the limitation of the applicability of the effective interaction. Contributions of the deuteron D state are studied. Relations between the deuteron-nucleus and proton-nucleus scattering observables are found and are studied against existing data.

• Received 10 April 2001

DOI:https://doi.org/10.1103/PhysRevC.64.054605