1. Write an equation showing the emission of an alpha particle by an isotope of neptunium, 33NP, to produce an isotope of protactinium. (REFER TO EXAMPLE 1)

Q: Explain why the ratio of neutrons to protons (N>Z) is important in determining nuclear stability?

A: A nucleus is a group of protons and neutrons. Though the protons repel one another, a fundamental…

Q: Why is the isotope 1Ci radioactive while 35Cl and 37Cl are not? Elements with an number of protons…

A: 36Cl is radioactive and unstable because it has odd no. of protons and neutrons whereas other two…

Q: What element is most commonly used in the production of nuclear energy?

A: Answer -  Nuclear energy - Nuclear energy is the energy in the nucleus, or core, of an atom. A…

Q: Indicate the number of protons and neutrons in the following nuclei: (a) 129 53I, (b) 138Ba, (c)…

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Q: 1. Which particle has the same mass as a beta particle? b. a proton a. a neutron C. a gamma ray d.…

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Q: Element 107 was synthesized by bombarding bismuth-209 with chromium-54. Use nuclear symbols to write…

A: Given that, Bombardment of Bismuth-209 and Chromium-54 gives a element 107 and a neutron.

Q: Write the complete nuclear equation for the bombardent of a 14N atom with an a particle to yield…

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Q: Hassium-269 decays (eventually) to thallium-205 in a process that produces 5 electrons and several…

A: The atomic number of Hassium is 108 and given mass number is 269. It is given that the decay of the…

Q: What is another method to track the extent of isotopic decay.

A: Given: Extent of isotopic decay To find: Method that is used to track isotopic decay.  Solution:…

Q: The alpha decay of thorium 234 would produce what daughter isotope?

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Q: What are the nuclear radiations (name them)?

A: The forms of elementary particles or photons that are emitted from the nucleus of an atom during a…

Q: potassium (K) emits an alpha particle, it becomes the element

A: Alpha particle consists of two protons and two neutrons bound together into a particle identical to…

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Q: Complete the following nuclear equations.  Write the mass number, atomic number, and symbol for the…

A: Since you have posted question with multiple sub-parts, we are entitled to answer the first 3 only.…

Q: An element X has 195 nucleons and 78 protons, and it undergoes a beta decay. After the decay, how…

A: The atomic number is defined as the number of protons or number of electrons present in an atom,…

Q: Starting with SEVEN TONS of the ore of pitchblende, Pierre and Marie Curie isolated a few milligrams…

A: Polonium-218 is a radioactive element. It can undergo both alpha and beta decay. Alpha decay is a…

Q: During a nuclear decay a 238U atom can break apart into a helium-4 atom and one other atom. Assuming…

A: The property of a nucleus emitting α, β and γ rays is known as radioactivity and the substance…

Q: In each of the following radioactive decay processes, supply the missing particle. 222 Rn → 218 Po…

A: “Since you have posted a question with multiple sub-parts, we will solve first three subparts for…

Q: Type of radiation: C. Explanation: Proton e Neutron 214Pb 82 214

A: when the ratio of neutrons to protons in the nucleus is too high. An excess neutron transforms into…

Q: particles. How many alpha particles are emitted each second by a 3.96-g sample of 241Am? particles

A: We have to first calculate the decay constant for the process. As we know radioactive decay is first…

Q: If an atom of Uranium, Element 92, were to absorb an Alpha particle (comprising two protons and two…

A: For a balanced nuclear reaction sum of mass number and sum of atomic numbers must be same on both…

Q: In each pair of isotopes shown, indicate which one you would expect to be radioactive.

A: Radioactivity is defined as the spontaneous decay of the nucleus of an element having higher mass…

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A: Hydrogen consists of three isoptopes namely protium, deuterium and tritium. Protium consists of one…

Q: Based on its position relative to the Belt of Stability , predict which the type of radioactive…

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Q: What does the number 238 in the name Uranium-238 represent?

A: An element is represented by XZA where Z is the atomic number and A is the mass number.

Q: Element 109 was synthesized by bombarding bismuth−209 with iron−58. Use nuclear symbols to write the…

A: Element 109 is that element in the periodic table which has atomic number 109 i.e. Meitnerium (Mt)…

Q: Give the symbol for (a) a neutron, (b) an alpha particle,(c) gamma radiation.

A: (a) Symbol for neutron is n and the chemical notation for neutron is  01n.

Q: 150 decays by positron emission. Balance the nuclear equation by giving the mass number, atomic…

A: • Positron is a fundamental particle having the same mass and same amount of charge as the electron.…

Q: Your answer is partially correct. The alpha-particle bombardment of fluorine-19 generates sodium-22…

A: In XZA, X is the atomic symbol of the element, A denotes the mass number and Z denotes the atomic…

Q: A nucleus Radon-222 decays by alpha emission, forming nucleus A. Nucleus A also decays by alpha…

A: The alpha emission of Radon-222 forming nucleus A is given by  Hence A is 21884Po

Q: Which of the following is the most stable isotope?A. Carbon-14B. Uranium-235C. Francium-227D.…

A: Half lifetime: The stability of the radioactive nucleus can be determined by the value of half-life…

Q: A thorium-232 nucleus decays by a series of α and β⁻ emissions until it becomes lead-208. How many α…

A: Alpha decay is a type of radioactive decay associated with the release of alpha particles. These…

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Q: 238 92 U +,n 135 Te + ??? + 52 3 n

A: A question based on nuclear reaction, which is to be accomplished.

Q: What is the difference between a radioactive isotope and a stable isotope? What is the history of…

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Q: What’s 0 -1 beta particle?

A: A beta particle is a particle with high-energy emitted by the radioactive decay of an atomic nucleus…

Q: A radioactive isotope of Radium-226 undergoes an alpha decay, followed by 2 beta decays, then a…

A: 22688Ra is the radioactive isotope .

Q: A 15.0-mCi (millicurie) radioactive source runs for 2.63 hours. How many atoms have disintegrated?

A: The given activity value in mCi is first converted to Ci and then to atoms/s as shown below, 1…

Q: (a) Suppose 20 Ne is struck by an alpha particle, releasing a proton and a product nucleus in 10 the…

A: Nuclear chemistry is a branch of chemistry which deals with the reaction that is taking part in the…

Q: Boron is used in control rods in nuclear power reactors because it is a good neutron absorber. When…

A: Isotopes are atoms of same elements which have same atomic number but different mass number. In…

Q: Polonium-210 undergoes beta decay. Give the notation of the daughter isotope.

A: Polonium-210 undergoes beta decay. Give the notation of the daughter isotope.

Q: Beta emission from fictitious isotope Go-282 with an atomic number of 164 would produce an isotope…

A: We know that  In beta emission the electrons are ejected energetically this happens because the…

Q: The beta emission from uranium -237 results in _____ and ______?

A: We have to predict  product of beta emission of U-237.

Q: 2Using the diagrams below, label the nuclear process as alpha, beta, or gamma radiation. Explain how…

A: Radioactivity is the property of unstable elements by which it emits radiations and subatomic…

Q: A beta particle is A. a helium nucleus emitted by a larger nucleus . B. a form of highly penetrating…

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Q: True or False? Radioactive elements become stable isotopes after emitting one of the radioactive…

A: The given statement has to be classified as true or false.

Q: What was the effect of the type of shielding on alpha particles? What kinds of materials would…

A: This is a question from nuclear chemistry. By using the above mentioned table we have to answer the…