Energy Release of Electron Capture to Ground State

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The discussion confirms that during electron capture (e.c.), when a nucleus transitions to its ground state, all excess energy is indeed released through the emission of a neutrino. This process is well-documented and can be referenced in the Wikipedia article on electron capture. The emission of the neutrino is a critical aspect of this decay process, ensuring energy conservation within the system.

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  • Understanding of nuclear decay processes
  • Familiarity with neutrino physics
  • Basic knowledge of quantum mechanics
  • Awareness of electron capture mechanisms
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Physicists, nuclear engineers, and students studying particle physics or nuclear decay processes will benefit from this discussion, particularly those interested in the mechanisms of electron capture and energy release in nuclear reactions.

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Hello All,
I am pretty sure that when a nucleus decays via e.c. and goes to the ground state all of the excess energy is released with the emission of the neutrino but was wondering if anyone could confirm/give a reference for this.
Thanks!
 
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