3.2 - Nuclear Size
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Practice Questions
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What formula is used to calculate the radius of a nucleus?
💡 Hint: Think about the relationship between size and mass number.
What is the approximate density of nuclear matter?
💡 Hint: Recall the numerical value we discussed regarding density.
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What does the empirical formula for nuclear size indicate about the relationship between mass number and size?
💡 Hint: Remember the specific formula we studied.
True or False: The density of nuclear matter is inconsistent across different nuclei.
💡 Hint: Consider how we discussed density previously.
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If the mass number of a nucleus is 216, what is its calculated radius? Describe how this radius relates to the nucleus's stability.
💡 Hint: Calculate with the given formula, and consider how additional nucleons affect stability.
Discuss the implications of nuclear size in nuclear fusion reactions compared to fission. How does size affect energy release?
💡 Hint: Compare details of both processes and how size influences outcomes.
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