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The stationary `Pb^(200)` nucleus emits an `alpha` with a K.E. ,K=5.77 Me V.Find the recoil velocity of daughter nucleus.What fraction of the total energy liberated in this decay is accounted for by the recoil energy of the daughter nucleus?

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To solve the problem, we will follow these steps: ### Step 1: Understand the Problem We have a stationary lead-200 nucleus that emits an alpha particle with a kinetic energy (K.E.) of 5.77 MeV. We need to find the recoil velocity of the daughter nucleus (lead-196) and the fraction of the total energy liberated in this decay that is accounted for by the recoil energy of the daughter nucleus. ### Step 2: Identify the Masses - The mass of the alpha particle (He nucleus) is approximately 4 atomic mass units (u). - The mass of the daughter nucleus (lead-196) is approximately 196 atomic mass units (u). ...
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