the weak interaction 2.3.3 Flashcards
1
Q
what is weak interaction responsible for
A
the radioactive decay of atoms
2
Q
how are electrons and protons attracted to eachother
A
via electromagnetic interaction
3
Q
what is electron capture
A
when and atomic electron is absorbed by a proton in the nucleus resulting in the release of a neutron and an electron neutrino
4
Q
what mediates electron capture
A
w+ boson
5
Q
what is electron-proton collision
A
when an electron collides with a proton, a neutron and an electron neutrino are emitted
6
Q
what is electron-proton collision mediated by
A
w- boson
7
Q
what is the equation for electron capture and electron electron-proton collision
A
p + e- –> n + Ve
