Finding Kinetic Energy of An Alpha Particle

[div4200]

Homework Statement

Problem: "Find the kinetic energy of an alpha emitted during the alpha decay of Rn-220. Assume that the daughter Po-216, has zero recoil velocity."

Homework Equations

Ei = Ef

The Attempt at a Solution

BE = Binding Energy, KE = Kinetic Energy

(BE of Rn-220) = (BE of Alpha) + (BE of Po-216) + (KE of Alpha)

I just want to know if I am setting it up correctly. I can easily calculate BE for each of the particles, so that's not a problem. Thanks in advance!

 

[ideasrule]

Yes, that's correct.

 

[div4200]

Thanks.