This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: Find the binding energy (in MeV) of carbon-12. Assume: mC = 12.000 000 u m p = 1.007 825 u m n = ... (Read 68 times)

Mr. Wonderful

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 866
on: Jul 28, 2018
Find the binding energy (in MeV) of carbon-12. Assume: mC = 12.000 000 u m p = 1.007 825 u m n = 1.008 665 u u = 1.66  10-27 kg
 a. 14.8
  b. 0.511
  c. 9.11
  d. 92.3
  e. 46.2

Question 2

For large mass number nuclei which are stable, the ratio of protons to neutrons is
 a. equal to 1
  b. greater than 1
  c. less than 1
  d. unrelated to the stability of nuclei
  e. almost 2 to 1


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Carliemb17

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 325
Reply #1 on: Jul 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

C


Mr. Wonderful

  • Member
  • Posts: 866
Reply 2 on: Jul 28, 2018
Excellent

amit

  • Member
  • Posts: 364
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

When blood is exposed to air, it clots. Heparin allows the blood to come in direct contact with air without clotting.

Did you know?

The toxic levels for lithium carbonate are close to the therapeutic levels. Signs of toxicity include fine hand tremor, polyuria, mild thirst, nausea, general discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, muscular weakness, lack of coordination, ataxia, giddiness, tinnitus, and blurred vision.

Did you know?

All adverse reactions are commonly charted in red ink in the patient's record and usually are noted on the front of the chart. Failure to follow correct documentation procedures may result in malpractice lawsuits.

Did you know?

Acute bronchitis is an inflammation of the breathing tubes (bronchi), which causes increased mucus production and other changes. It is usually caused by bacteria or viruses, can be serious in people who have pulmonary or cardiac diseases, and can lead to pneumonia.

Did you know?

Patients should never assume they are being given the appropriate drugs. They should make sure they know which drugs are being prescribed, and always double-check that the drugs received match the prescription.

The stability of carbon bonds makes life possible even in extreme environments The stability of carbon bonds makes life possible even in extreme environments
Graphical representations of ligand binding Graphical representations of ligand binding
Variable Gases: Carbon Dioxide Variable Gases: Carbon Dioxide
How to find the anti-derivative of a function (Part 2) How to find the anti-derivative of a function (Part 2)
Amino Acid carbon skeleton Amino Acid carbon skeleton
How to find when Celsius and Fahrenheit are the same temperature How to find when Celsius and Fahrenheit are the same temperature
Video: Introduction to Dysrhythmia

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library