What is being plotted in the nuclear potential formula by Samuel Wong?

In summary, the book Nuclear Physics, Second Edition by Samuel Wong includes a plot of the coefficient V_0(r) for the nuclear potential, but other coefficients and factors, such as spin and isospin state, are not shown in the plot.
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Hello! In Nuclear Physics, Second Edition, by Samuel Wong he shows a plot of the nuclear potential (see attached) but he also gives a formula (also attached) for the most general way of writing the nuclear potential. In that formula, we have the coefficients depending on r only, but the overall potential depends on other factors, too (such as the spin and isospin state of the interacting nucleons). What part of that formula is he plotting there? Is it just he ##V_0(r)##? Thank you!
 

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Yes, the plot in the book is of the coefficient V_0(r) only. The other coefficients, such as V_1(r), V_2(r), etc., are not plotted in the book. The overall potential depends on other factors, such as the spin and isospin state of the interacting nucleons, but these factors are not shown in the plot.
 

1. What is nuclear force potential?

Nuclear force potential is the attractive force that holds together the particles in the nucleus of an atom. It is one of the four fundamental forces of nature, along with gravity, electromagnetism, and the weak force.

2. How does nuclear force potential work?

Nuclear force potential is mediated by particles called gluons, which are exchanged between quarks within the nucleus. This force is very strong, but it only acts over extremely short distances, which is why it is only relevant at the scale of the nucleus.

3. What is the role of nuclear force potential in nuclear reactions?

Nuclear force potential plays a crucial role in nuclear reactions, as it is responsible for binding the protons and neutrons together in the nucleus. Without this force, the nucleus would break apart, resulting in a release of energy.

4. Can nuclear force potential be manipulated?

It is currently not possible to manipulate nuclear force potential directly. However, scientists can indirectly manipulate it through nuclear reactions, such as fission and fusion, by altering the number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus.

5. How is nuclear force potential related to nuclear energy?

Nuclear force potential is the force that holds together the particles in the nucleus, and this binding energy is what powers nuclear reactions and nuclear energy. In nuclear power plants, the energy released from splitting atoms (fission) is harnessed to generate electricity.

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