Can You Determine the Charge to Mass Ratio from Nucleon and Proton Numbers?

In summary, the conversation is about calculating the ratio of charge/mass in Ckg-1 for a specific nucleus with a nucleon number of 236 and a proton number of 92. The formula to use is specific charge = charge/mass and the numbers represent the nucleon and proton numbers of the nucleus. The speaker is having trouble calculating the figures for charge and mass and is seeking help with the formula and understanding of the numbers.
  • #1
nikelberry
11
0
hi,
im have a few trouble working out this question,

Calculate the ratio of charge/mass in Ckg-1
for the nucleus stated below

236
U
92

now i know the formula to use BUT I am having trouble with calculating the figures for Charge and Mass.
(i know that the charge is 1.6x10-19 )
 
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  • #2
Please tell us the formula that you know you should use. Also, do you know the meaning of the numbers 236 and 92?
 
  • #3
kuruman said:
Please tell us the formula that you know you should use. Also, do you know the meaning of the numbers 236 and 92?

the formula is - specific charge = charge / mass

and the 236 is the nulceon number & 92 is the proton number
 
  • #4
Can you calculate the charge and mass from the nucleon number and proton number?
 

FAQ: Can You Determine the Charge to Mass Ratio from Nucleon and Proton Numbers?

What is specific charge?

Specific charge is a physical quantity that measures the ratio of an object's electric charge to its mass. It is often denoted as q/m and has units of coulombs per kilogram (C/kg).

How is specific charge related to the mass and charge of an object?

Specific charge is inversely proportional to the mass of an object and directly proportional to its charge. This means that as an object's mass increases, its specific charge decreases, and as its charge increases, its specific charge also increases.

What are some problems associated with specific charge?

One potential problem with specific charge is that it can vary depending on the material an object is made of. This can make it difficult to compare specific charges between different objects. Additionally, specific charge does not take into account the distribution of charge within an object, which can also affect its overall behavior.

How is specific charge used in practical applications?

Specific charge is an important concept in fields such as physics and engineering. It is used to calculate the trajectory of charged particles in electric and magnetic fields, and to understand the behavior of particles in particle accelerators. It is also used in medical imaging techniques such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Can specific charge be negative?

Yes, specific charge can be negative if an object has a negative charge. This means that the direction of the electric field will be opposite to the direction of the object's motion. In most cases, however, specific charge is positive because most objects have a positive charge.

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