The discussion centers on the calculation of kinetic energy in the context of ionization, specifically whether using mass units simplifies the process. The calculation presented involves the formula (3.9) / (1 - 16 / (16 + 133)), resulting in a kinetic energy value of 4.3. This value indicates that oxygen (O) cannot ionize carbon (C) since 4.3 is greater than the threshold of 4. The consensus is that while certain mass units may be easier to use, the primary question focuses on the feasibility of ionization rather than the choice of units.
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Careful. The question is "Is it possible to ionize...". They are not asking about units, they are telling you that certain units are easier to use.soupastupid said:
