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Nuclear Physics Explained Simply

Offered By: Arvin Ash via YouTube

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Nuclear Physics Courses Atomic Structure Courses Isotopes Courses Radioactivity Courses Beta Decay Courses

Course Description

Overview

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Explore the fundamentals of nuclear physics in this comprehensive 12-minute video. Learn about atomic components and forces, isotopes, nuclear decay, and radioactivity, including alpha, beta, and gamma decay. Discover the concept of half-life and delve into nuclear fission and fusion processes. Gain insights into the strong nuclear force, the stability of nuclei, and the mechanisms behind radioactive decay. Understand the differences between various types of radiation and their penetrating power. Explore the principles behind nuclear chain reactions and the challenges of achieving fusion. This concise yet informative presentation covers all essential aspects of nuclear physics, making complex concepts accessible to a general audience.

Syllabus

Become dangerously interesting
Atomic components & Forces
What is an isotopes
What is Nuclear Decay
What is Radioactivity - Alpha Decay
Natural radioactivity - Beta & Gamma decay
What is half-life?
Nuclear fission
Nuclear fusion


Taught by

Arvin Ash

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