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The largest stable nucleus is that of Uranium 238. The only somewhat stable larger element is Plutonium 239 with a half-life of 26,000 years. Californium has a half life in days. Actually, we do not really understand the force that holds the nucleus of an atom together, the strong force. Its size is slightly larger than half the diameter of a proton. We know from atom smashers that heat can overcome the strong force. The number of neutrons grows at a far greater rate than the number of protons as a nucleus becomes larger. As the number of neutrons grow, the radioactivity increases and the heat increases. As the heat increases, the strong force is overcome. The nucleus splits into smaller pieces.
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What is it called when large unstable nuclei split because the electric force is greater than the nuclear force?
When large unstable nuclei split because the electric for is greater than the nuclear force is nuclear decay.
Large nuclei are unstable because the nuclear force does what?
natural radioactivity
When large unstable nuclei split because the electric force is greater than the nuclear force this is called?
Nuclear decay
Large nuclei are unstable because the nuclear force?
o Decreases as protons move farther apart
When large unstable nuclei split because the electric force is greater than the nuclear force is what?
Natural radioactivity.
LArge nuclei are unstable because?
Penis
What is it called when nuclear force is greater than the electric force when large unstable nuclei split?
it is called natural radioactivity
Occurs when a large nucleus splits releasing energy and two smaller nuclei?
Nuclear fission is a process in which a large, unstable nucleus splits into two or more smaller nuclei, releasing a significant amount of energy in the form of radiation and kinetic energy. This process is the basis for nuclear power plants and nuclear weapons.
Why heavy nuclei are unstable?
Heavy nuclei are unstable due to the repulsive forces between protons in the nucleus, which increases with the number of protons. This can lead to spontaneous decay processes, such as alpha decay or fission, in order to achieve a more stable configuration with a lower energy state. Additionally, the binding energy per nucleon decreases for very heavy nuclei, making them more prone to decay.
Why do large nuclei tend to be radioactive?
Large nuclei tend to be radioactive because they are unstable and have an excess of protons and neutrons, leading to a higher likelihood of undergoing radioactive decay to achieve a more stable configuration.
What term is use to describe splitting a large atomic nucleus into smaller ones?
Nuclear fission is defined as splitting large nuclei into smaller ones.
When large unstable nuclei split becuase the electric force is greater than the nuclear force this is called?
is it Nuclear physics, artificial transmutation, natural radioactivity, nucleus, or artificial radioactivity i think it is nuclear physics dont hold me accountable though
