Does an alpha disintegration happen at the atom "equators"?

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In summary, an alpha disintegration does not occur at the atom "equators." Instead, it happens at the nucleus of an atom, specifically when an alpha particle is emitted from the nucleus. The equator of an atom is simply a theoretical concept and does not have any physical significance in the process of alpha disintegration. This process is important in understanding radioactive decay and the stability of atoms.
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fractalrocks
Hi to all,

If atoms spins, does that mean that an alpha disintegration happen at the atoms "equator" ?

I'd like to know exactly where, on an atom surface does the disintegration happen.

regards,
 
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Sorry, this was the Member introduction section.

My name is Jonathan, I'm an electrical engineer and work in the telecommunication industry for now 18 years or so. I'm fascinated physics and astronomy.
 
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Welcome to the forum fractalrocks!
 

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