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LucindaC.
Jan14-05, 02:40 PM
How would I show the relationship of the protons, neutrons and electrons of a Neon atom in a model using the AMU? I know Protons = 1 AMU and Neutrons = 1AMU and the Electrons =1/1836 AMU? If each proton and neutron (20 total)in the nucleus of my neon model is 1 inch, the total size would be 20 inches. How would I determine the size of the item that I could use for the electrons? Any Ideas???? Thanks
dextercioby
Jan14-05, 05:04 PM
The nucleus would have the radius \sqrt[3]{20} inch.As for electrons,though much lighter,u can consider their (classical) radius 1 inch,just like in the case of nucleons.
Daniel.
rebelheart
Jun10-08, 11:51 PM
which is bigger? protons or electrons?
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