Definition of finite size, radiative and weak magnetism corrections

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Discussion Overview

The discussion focuses on the definitions and implications of finite size corrections, radiative corrections, and weak magnetism corrections in the context of beta spectrum calculations. Participants seek to clarify these concepts, particularly for those without a strong physics background.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant requests a simple explanation of finite size, radiative, and weak magnetism corrections and their effects on the beta spectrum.
  • Another participant notes that the original poster's question is open-ended and suggests providing links to relevant journal articles for better context.
  • A participant identifies their background in nuclear engineering and mentions encountering these terms in journal papers related to beta spectrum calculations.
  • There is a call for input from others with a nuclear engineering background who may provide more specific insights.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion does not reach a consensus, as participants express varying levels of familiarity with the topic and seek additional context to address the original question.

Contextual Notes

The discussion highlights a lack of clarity regarding the definitions and implications of the terms in question, as well as the need for more specific references to journal articles that could aid understanding.

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The simple explanation of these corrections and their impact on beta spectrum.
Hi all,

I would like to understand the definition of finite size correction, radiative correction and weak magnetism correction, with their impacts on the beta spectrum. I'm not a physics student, thus I would like to seek for a help about the simple explanation that can be understand by non-physics major.

Any help is really appreciated!
 
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angweieng said:
I'm not a physics student, thus I would like to seek for a help about the simple explanation that can be understand by non-physics major.
You have, however, posted this as an A-level thread, which suggests responses at the physics post-graduate level.

What subject is your major?
 
Nuclear engineering. I'm working on beta spectrum calculation and I saw a lot of these term from journal papers.
 
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As it stands, your question is pretty open. Could you share a link or two to journal articles or papers you are looking at? To the readers of the thread, is there anyone with a nuclear engineering background who could be pinged that might be more helpful in the specific application of the OP's questions?
 

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