0. Math Review
Math Review
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12PRACTICE PROBLEM
Consider an unstable atomic nucleus that experiences alpha decay and releases 6.05 MeV energy. When the mass of the parent nucleus and the resulting daughter nucleus are added together, it amounts to 420 u. Can you determine the original parent nucleus mass before it decayed?
Consider an unstable atomic nucleus that experiences alpha decay and releases 6.05 MeV energy. When the mass of the parent nucleus and the resulting daughter nucleus are added together, it amounts to 420 u. Can you determine the original parent nucleus mass before it decayed?