the decay: 226Ra → 222Rn + 4He  He 4 has a mass 4.002603u  and is emitted with a kinetic energy of 4.785 MeV. Assuming the original Ra 226 is at rest before the decay, estimate the recoil kinetic energy of the Ra 222 ( 222.017578 u) and the total energy released in the decay.

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Q: energy is released in the ?- decay of 99Mo, given its mass is 98.907711 u? =____MeV

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Nuclear interactions

In nature, there are certain rules and standards for an interaction. These interactions are universally accepted. There are four types of interactions: