Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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Author: Paul G. Hewitt
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Chapter 17, Problem 4A
From where did the heaviest elements originate?
Expert Solution & Answer
To determine
The origin of the heaviest elements.
Explanation of Solution
Introduction:
Till date, 118 elements are known. Out of these 90 occur in nature.
The heaviest elements are formed due to collision of pair of neutron stars or in the core of super dense supernovas.
Conclusion:
Nuclear fission in supernovas are the origin of heaviest elements.
Chapter 17 Solutions
Conceptual Physics: The High School Physics Program
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