Chapter 18, Problem 8QAP

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The daughter product of uranium-235 decay should be determined.

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 product of Th-231which is obtained by beta-emission should be determined.

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.