Would you kindly explain why its T = En + hf and NOT T = U(r) + hf?mfb said:The approach is right, just the result is wrong.
1200 nm is infrared light, with an energy of about 1 eV per photon. And 1200 nm is not a frequency, the problem statement asks for the frequency.
I'm just confused why the energy is En plus some additional hf. Initially it is unbound, n = infinity, right? After we drop to some E1 or En?mfb said:What is U(r)?
That looks like a very classical approach.
It is unbound with its energy above zero, so "n=infinity" is a problematic concept.NucEngMajor said:Initially it is unbound, n = infinity, right?
Electron capture by alpha particle is a type of nuclear reaction in which an unstable atomic nucleus captures an orbiting electron, resulting in the formation of a more stable nucleus.
During electron capture, an alpha particle (a helium nucleus) approaches the unstable atomic nucleus and combines with one of its orbiting electrons. This results in the formation of a new element with a lower atomic number.
The frequency of photon in electron capture by alpha particle varies depending on the specific elements involved in the reaction. It is typically in the form of gamma rays, which have high frequencies and short wavelengths.
Electron capture by alpha particle is an important process in nuclear physics, as it can lead to the formation of stable nuclei and also affects the stability of certain elements. It is also used in medical imaging techniques, such as PET scans.
Scientists study electron capture by alpha particle by conducting experiments with radioactive elements and measuring the resulting changes in the atomic structure. This allows for a better understanding of nuclear reactions and the properties of different elements.