Ge 127
Nuclear Chemistry
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 2026-27.
Topics
- 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
Topics explicitly listed in official catalogue description
Prerequisites & course information
Prerequisites: instructor's permission.
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027
- Catalogue entry ↗
Catalogue variants
- Nuclear Chemistry · 9 units (3-0-6) | third term