Effect of the pseudogap on the Hall conductivity in underdoped YBa_2Cu_3O_6+x
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In underdoped YBa_2Cu_3O_x (YBCO) with x = 6.63, the opening of the pseudogap at T^* ~ 160 K has a strong effect on the Hall angle tan(theta). While the Hall response is significantly reduced, the diagonal current is relatively unaffected. The Hall conductivity suppression continues deep into the flux-flow state (from T_c to 40 K), as an anomalous suppression of the vortex Hall current.
4 pages in RevTex, 4 eps figures, changed content
4 pages in RevTex, 4 eps figures, changed content