In nuclear decay, does the nucleus lose mass when emitting gamma radiation?
I know that mass is lost during alpha and beta decay, but what about gamma?
I know that mass is lost during alpha and beta decay, but what about gamma?
1 Answer
Nov 2, 2017
Only a truly tiny amount, as
Explanation:
A gamma ray of 5 MeV (fairly typical) carries about
That is equivalent to about
NB not used a calculator! Just an estimate!!