Concept explainers
(a)
The decay equation.
(a)
Answer to Problem 58GP
The decay equation is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Radon gas,
Calculation:
The decay equation is given by:
Here, the
Conclusion:
The decay equation is
(b)
Kinetic energy of the alpha particle produced.
(b)
Answer to Problem 58GP
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Radon gas,
Calculation:
The kinetic energy can be calculated as follows:
Conclusion:
Thus, the kinetic energy is
(c)
Momentum of alpha particle and the daughter nucleus.
(c)
Answer to Problem 58GP
The momentum of alpha particle and the daughter nucleus is
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Radon gas,
Calculation:
The momentum of the alpha particle can be calculated as follows:
Substituting all the given values, we get:
The momentum of daughter nucleus is given by:
Conclusion:
Thus, the momentum of alpha particle and the daughter nucleus is
(d)
Kinetic energy of the daughter nucleus.
(d)
Answer to Problem 58GP
Explanation of Solution
Given:
Radon gas,
Calculation:
The kinetic energy can be calculated as follows:
Conclusion:
Thus, the kinetic energy is
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