We consider possible assignments for the D-s(+)(2632), which was recently reported in D(s)(+)eta and (DK+)-K-0 final states by the SELEX Collaboration at Fermilab. The most plausible quark model assignment for this state is the first radial excitation (2(3) S-1) of the cs D-s*(2112), although the predicted mass and strong decay branching fractions for this assignment are not in agreement s with the SELEX data. The reported dominance of D(s)eta 77 over DK appears especially problematic. An intriguing similarity to the K*(1414) is noted. 2(3)S(1)-D-3(1) configuration mixing is also considered, and we find that this effect is unlikely to resolve the branching fraction discrepancy. Other interpretations as a cs-hybrid or a two-meson molecule are also considered, but appear unlikely. Thus, if this state is confirmed, it will require reconsideration of the systematics of charmed meson spectroscopy and strong decays. (C) 2004 Published by Elsevier B.V.
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