Beta plus decay, also known as positron emission, is a type of radioactive decay in which a proton in the nucleus of an atom is converted into a neutron, resulting in the emission of a positron (a positively charged electron) and a neutrino.
The disintegration energy of beta plus decay is calculated using the mass difference between the parent and daughter nuclei. This mass difference is then converted into energy using Einstein's famous equation, E=mc^2.
The disintegration energy of beta plus decay is affected by the mass difference between the parent and daughter nuclei, as well as the nuclear structure and composition of the atoms involved.
The disintegration energy of beta plus decay is typically higher than other types of radioactive decay, such as alpha or beta minus decay. This is because the positron emitted during beta plus decay has a higher mass than an electron, resulting in a higher energy release.
Studying the disintegration energy of beta plus decay can provide insights into the nuclear structure of atoms and help in the development of nuclear energy technologies. It is also used in medical imaging techniques, such as positron emission tomography (PET), to detect and diagnose diseases.