Kernreaktivität
Kernreaktivität refers to the ability of atomic nuclei to undergo nuclear reactions. This encompasses a range of processes where the nucleus of an atom is transformed. The most common and well-known type of nuclear reaction is radioactive decay, where unstable nuclei spontaneously emit particles or energy to become more stable. This can include alpha decay, beta decay, and gamma emission.
Another significant aspect of Kernreaktivität is nuclear fission, a process where a heavy nucleus, such as
The propensity for a nucleus to undergo these reactions is influenced by its nuclear structure, specifically