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To calculate an atom's atomic mass based on its nucleus diameter, one can assume that nuclei have a similar density to protons. The diameter of a proton is approximately 1x10^(-15)m, with an atomic mass of 1. For a nucleus with a diameter of 8x10^(-15)m, the volume ratio to a proton can be determined, which indicates the number of nucleons present. Understanding this ratio is crucial for estimating the atomic mass of the larger nucleus. This approach aligns with previous discussions on the topic of nuclear dimensions and mass calculations.
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could someone please leed me in the right direction for calculating an atoms atomic mass given the diameter of its nucleus? thanks
 
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prolong199 said:
could someone please leed me in the right direction for calculating an atoms atomic mass given the diameter of its nucleus? thanks
If you assume that the density of nuclei are about the same and equal to the density of a proton, then all you have to know is the diameter of a proton _1^1H
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i found that the diameter of a proton is 1x10^(-15)m with atomic mass 1, but how do i calculate the atomic mass of an atom with diameter 8x10^(-15)m?
 
prolong199 said:
i found that the diameter of a proton is 1x10^(-15)m with atomic mass 1, but how do i calculate the atomic mass of an atom with diameter 8x10^(-15)m?
What is the ratio of volume of the larger nucleus to that of the proton? If each nucleon (a proton or neutron) has the same volume, what does that tell you about the number of nucleons in the larger nucleus?

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