How Do You Calculate the Ratio of Atomic Volume to Nuclear Volume?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around calculating the ratio of atomic volume to nuclear volume, given specific dimensions for the radius of an atom and its nucleus. The context includes a mathematical approach to determining this ratio based on the formula for the volume of a sphere.

Discussion Character

  • Homework-related

Main Points Raised

  • One participant provides the dimensions for the radius of an atom and a nucleus and asks how to calculate their volume ratio.
  • Another participant clarifies that the ratio is calculated as A/B, where A is the atomic volume and B is the nuclear volume.
  • Subsequent posts confirm the method of dividing the atomic volume by the nuclear volume to find the ratio.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the method for calculating the ratio, with no significant disagreement noted.

Contextual Notes

Assumptions include the spherical shape of both the atom and the nucleus, and the discussion does not address potential variations in atomic or nuclear dimensions.

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This discussion may be useful for students or individuals interested in basic calculations related to atomic and nuclear volumes in a physics or chemistry context.

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Q: An average dimension for the radius of an atom is 1.0 x 10^-8 cm, and the average radius of the nucleus is 1.0 x 10-^13 cm. Determine the ratio of atomic volume to nuclear volume. Assume that the atom is spherical. [V=4/3(pi)r^3]

I already have the volume for both, but how can I determine their ratios?
 
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"Ratio of A to B" means A/B.
 
oh. so i just put a / on the answers? =]
like 1/2?
 
You want atomic volume/nuclear volume then divide.
 
oh ok :D thank YOU! =] ♥
 

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