The class outcomes are discussed. The main goal of the class, to provide students with the fundamental information for the exploitation of radiochemistry in research, is presented. The course grading scale and expectations are given. The Chart of the Nuclides is reviewed in detail with the front matter assigned as reading. The Table of the isotopes is introduced, with data examples presenting, include gamma decay yields. Atomic properties, nuclear nomenclature, X-rays, and types of decays are introduced. Respond to the PDF Quiz 1 when complete with the blog comment.
Lecture 1 completed.
ReplyDeleteOne of the study questions was "Why is Tc naturally radioactive?" and I was wondering what a satisfactory answer would be. I know that nuclei with an odd Z are generally less stable but that wouldn't explain why Nb and Rh each have a stable isotope and Tc doesn't. Just curious.
Jason
DeleteI sent you a copy of a paper we are working on.
On Quiz 1, Question 3, I left the answer blank because Cr and Fe each have 4 stable isotopes and there was no option for both Cr and Fe in the drop-down menu. Please let me know if this is incorrect.
ReplyDeletethanks for the comment. An updated quiz has been posted.
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ReplyDeleteI would also like a copy of the paper that explains why Tc is naturally radioactive.
thank for the comment and quiz. I will send you a copy of the paper.
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