Nuclear Physics-nucleus diameter

In summary, the conversation is about calculating the atomic mass of an atom given the diameter of its nucleus. The suggested method is to assume that the density of nuclei is equal to that of a proton and use the diameter of a proton to calculate the atomic mass. However, there is a question about how to calculate the atomic mass for a nucleus with a larger diameter, which leads to a discussion about the ratio of the nucleus's volume to that of a proton and the number of nucleons in the nucleus.
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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 [itex]_1^1H[/itex]
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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?
 
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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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FAQ: Nuclear Physics-nucleus diameter

What is the average diameter of a nucleus in nuclear physics?

The average diameter of a nucleus in nuclear physics is approximately 10^-15 meters.

How does the diameter of the nucleus affect its stability?

The diameter of the nucleus does not significantly affect its stability. The stability of a nucleus depends on its composition and the forces between its constituent particles.

Is there a relationship between the diameter of the nucleus and its mass?

Yes, there is a direct relationship between the diameter of the nucleus and its mass. As the mass of a nucleus increases, so does its diameter.

Can the diameter of a nucleus be measured directly?

No, the diameter of a nucleus cannot be measured directly. Since it is on the atomic scale, it can only be estimated through various indirect methods.

How does the diameter of a nucleus compare to the diameter of an atom?

The diameter of a nucleus is much smaller than the diameter of an atom. The nucleus makes up only a very small fraction of the total volume of an atom.

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