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The synthesis of new elements and specific isotopes of known elements in linear

ID: 858649 • Letter: T

Question

The synthesis of new elements and specific isotopes of known elements in linear accelerators involves that fusion of smaller nuclei.

An isotope of platinum can be prepared from nickel-64 and tin-124. Write a balanced equation for this nuclear reaction.

Substitution of tin-132 for tin-124 increases the rate of the fusion reaction 10 times. Which isotope of Pt is formed in this reaction?       

The synthesis of new elements and specific isotopes of known elements in linear accelerators involves that fusion of smaller nuclei. An isotope of platinum can be prepared from nickel-64 and tin-124. Write a balanced equation for this nuclear reaction. Substitution of tin-132 for tin-124 increases the rate of the fusion reaction 10 times. Which isotope of Pt is formed in this reaction?

Explanation / Answer

1)

6428Ni + 12450Sn===>18878Pt

2)

6428Ni + 13250Sn===>19678Pt