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Ge/Ch 127 - Nuclear Chemistry

Ge/Ch 127

Nuclear Chemistry

9 units (3-0-6)   |  third term
Prerequisites: instructor's permission.

A survey course in the properties of nuclei, and in atomic phenomena associated with nuclear-particle detection. Topics include rates of production and decay of radioactive nuclei; interaction of radiation with matter; nuclear masses, shapes, spins, and moments; modes of radioactive decay; nuclear fission and energy generation. not offered 2025-26.

Instructor: Burnett
Published Date: Aug. 30, 2025