Chapter 7.2 Flashcards
1
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Equation relating energy to mass in nuclear physics
A
E = mc^2
2
Q
Mass defect
A
The difference in mass of the singular protons and neutrons compared to the nucleus they create
3
Q
Mass defect formula
A
Mass defect = total mass of nucleons - total mass of nucleus
4
Q
Binding energy
A
The work required to completely separate the nucleons of a nucleus
5
Q
Binding energy formula
A
Mass defect multiplied by the speed of light squared
6
Q
Nuclear fission
A
The process in which a heavy nucleus splits up into lighter nuclei
7
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Chain reaction
A
A reaction that is self-sustaining
8
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Nuclear fusion
A
The joining of two light nuclei into a heavier one
