The radius of a neutron is approximately 0.8fm. Estimate its density stating any assumptions you make. Imagine a clump of neutrons the size of your head [radius 10 cm] – what would it weigh? What is this mass comparable to?

The radius of a neutron is approximately 0.8fm. Estimate its density stating any assumptions you make. Imagine a clump of neutrons the size of your head [radius 10 cm] – what would it weigh? What is this mass comparable to?

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Chapter1: Units And Measurement

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[NUCLEAR PHYSICS] The radius of a neutron is approximately 0.8fm. Estimate its density stating any assumptions you make.

Imagine a clump of neutrons the size of your head [radius 10 cm] – what would it weigh?

What is this mass comparable to?

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