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After completing this chapter, you should be able to
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| 1. Define the mass number and the atomic number and demonstrate your understanding of the nature of fundamental nuclear particles. |
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| 2. Define isotopes and discuss the use of a mass spectrometer to separate isotopes. |
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| 3. Calculate the mass defect and the binding energy per nucleon for a particular isotope. |
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| 4. Demonstrate your understanding of radioactive decay and nuclear reactions; describe alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays, listing their properties. |
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| 5. Calculate the activity and the quantity of radioactive isotope remaining after a period of time if the half-lives and the initial values are given. |
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| 6. State the various conservation laws and discuss their application to nuclear reactions. |
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| 7. Draw a rough sketch of a nuclear reactor, describing the various components and their functions in the production of nuclear power. |