Chapter 18, Problem 14QAP

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The nuclear symbol for the isotope which is formed in the given reaction should be determined.

Concept introduction:

A reaction in which a nucleus of an atom or two nuclei and a subatomic particle collide to form one or more nuclide which is different from the starting nuclide is known as nuclear reaction. Nuclear reactions can be classified as nuclear fission and nuclear fusion.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The nuclear symbol of the isotope which is formed after the emission of third alpha particle. should be determined.

Concept introduction:

A reaction in which a nucleus of an atom or two nuclei and a subatomic particle collide to form one or more nuclide which is different from the starting nuclide is known as nuclear reaction. Nuclear reactions can be classified as nuclear fission and nuclear fusion.