In certain radioactive beta decay processes, the beta particle (an electron) leaves the atomic nucleus with a

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In certain radioactive beta decay processes, the beta particle (an electron) leaves the atomic nucleus with a speed of 99.95% the speed of light relative to the decaying nucleus. If this nucleus is moving at 75.00% the speed of light, find the speed of the emitted electron relative to the laboratory reference frame if the electron is emitted
(a) In the same direction that the nucleus is moving and
(b) In the opposite direction from the nucleus's velocity.
(c) In each case in parts (a) and (b), find the kinetic energy of the electron as measured in (i) the 1aborBtory frame and (ii) the reference frame of the decaying nucleus.
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Physics

ISBN: 978-0321976444

5th edition

Authors: James S. Walker

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