What is the minimum kinetic energy of a proton in a medium-sized nucleus having a diameter of 8.0 x 10-15 m?
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The minimum kinetic energy of a proton in a nucleus can be estimated using the Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle. This principle states that it is impossible to simultaneously know the exact position and exact momentum of a particle. The principle is often Show more…
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