World of Chemistry
World of Chemistry
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Author: Steven S. Zumdahl
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Chapter 19, Problem 28A
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Interpretation: Reason and balanced equation for the production of 614C is to be given.

Concept introduction: 614C is produced in the atmosphere as a result of a nuclear reaction. Balancing of nuclear reaction involves equating the number of nucleons and charges on both the sides of the equation where m the number of nucleons is and n is the charge on nucleus in nmX .

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Answer to Problem 28A

  614C is produced by a nuclear reaction between a Nitrogen-14 isotope and a neutron. Balanced equation for the process is as follows:

  714N+ 01nWorld of Chemistry, Chapter 19, Problem 28A 614C+ 11p

Explanation of Solution

Nitrogen-14 isotope and cosmic rays are present in the atmosphere. A neutron from cosmic rays strikes the Nitrogen-14 isotope resulting in the formation of a Carbon-14 isotope and a proton. The equation is balanced as the number of nucleons is 15 on both the sides and charge is 7 on both the sides.

Conclusion

  614C is produced by a nuclear reaction between a Nitrogen-14 isotope and a neutron in which a proton is produced as a side product.

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