Chapter 18, Problem 53AE

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Type of process below has to be determined.

  ${}_3^6\text{Li}{+}_0^1\text{n}{\to }_1^3\text{H}{+}_2^4\text{He}$

Concept Introduction:

Unstable atomic nucleus emits out energy to stabilize it and this phenomenon is called radioactivity or radioactive decay. Emission of energy takes place in form of different particles like alpha, beta or gamma particles.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

This process is different from radioactive decay has to be explained.

  ${}_3^6\text{Li}{+}_0^1\text{n}{\to }_1^3\text{H}{+}_2^4\text{He}$

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a)

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether nuclear fission classified for below process or not has to be explained.

  ${}_3^6\text{Li}{+}_0^1\text{n}{\to }_1^3\text{H}{+}_2^4\text{He}$

Concept Introduction:

Refer to part (a)