Wt is the recoil of the nucleus?

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Start date Oct 17, 2011
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The recoil of the nucleus refers to its movement in the opposite direction when it emits a particle, such as a beta particle, due to the conservation of momentum. When a nucleus decays, the emitted particle moves in one direction, causing the nucleus to recoil in the opposite direction, similar to how a gun recoils when a bullet is fired. This phenomenon illustrates the fundamental principle of conservation of momentum in nuclear reactions. Understanding this concept is essential in nuclear physics and particle interactions. The discussion highlights the relationship between particle emission and nuclear recoil.

Oct 17, 2011

Chor

Wt is meant by the recoil of the nucleus?

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Oct 17, 2011

kurros

Say your nucleus decays by emitting a beta particle or something. The beta particle shoots off in one direction, the nucleus "recoils" by moving in the opposite direction. Same as if you fire a gun; bullet goes one way, recoil pushes gun the opposite way.

You know, because of conservation of momentum.

Oct 17, 2011

Chor

I got it! Thank You!

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