Chapter 18, Problem 49QAP

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The nuclear reaction for the given process should be written

Concept introduction:

A reaction in which a nucleus of an atom or two nuclei and a subatomic particle collide to form one or more nuclide which is different from the starting nuclide is known as nuclear reaction. Nuclear reactions can be classified as nuclear fission and nuclear fusion.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The energy released should be calculated when 1.00 g of B-10 is fused with an alpha-particle.

Concept introduction:

A reaction in which a nucleus of an atom or two nuclei and a subatomic particle collide to form one or more nuclide which is different from the starting nuclide is known as nuclear reaction. Nuclear reactions can be classified as nuclear fission and nuclear fusion.