Nuclear Physics and Mass-Energy Equivalence

Vocabulary flashcards covering mass-energy equivalence and nuclear particle notation based on the lecture transcript.

What is Einstein's equation that expresses the equivalence of mass and energy?

$$E = mc^2$$

How is the change in mass calculated?

The change in mass, calculated as final mass minus initial mass ($M_f - M_i$).

What is the symbol for an alpha particle?

$$^4_2 He$$

What is the symbol for a beta particle or an electron?

$$^0_{-1} \beta$$

What is the symbol for a neutron?

$$^1_0 n$$

What are the symbols for protons?

$^1_1 P$ or $^1_1 H$

What is the symbol for gamma radiation?

$$\gamma$$