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The problem of a relativistic spin-1/2 particle scattering from a step potential is solved within the theoretical framework of relativistic dynamics. This treatment avoids the Klein paradox. An experiment for testing the theory is suggested.
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Fanchi, J.R. Resolution of the Klein paradox for spin-1/2 particles. Found Phys 11, 493–498 (1981). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00727077
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