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We analyze the momentum-dependent loss function of bulk silver, calculated via the random-phase approximation and based on the band structure from semi-local density functional theory calculations. In the energy range of 0–55eV the spectrum reveals the existence of seven well-pronounced peaks, in accordance with experiment. The two lowest of these are collective plasmon excitations, while the higher...