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What is the primary difference between the r-process and the p-process in nucleosynthesis?
What is the primary difference between the r-process and the p-process in nucleosynthesis?
- The r-process involves rapid neutron capture, while the p-process involves proton capture. (correct)
- The r-process always results in stable nuclei, while the p-process results in radioactive nuclei.
- The r-process occurs in supernovae, while the p-process occurs in white dwarfs.
- The r-process produces heavier isotopes of elements, while the p-process produces lighter isotopes.
Which process allows for the creation of heavier nuclei beyond iron in stellar nucleosynthesis?
Which process allows for the creation of heavier nuclei beyond iron in stellar nucleosynthesis?
- Neutron capture (correct)
- Proton capture
- Beta decay
- Alpha decay
What is the main challenge faced during proton capture or p-process, making it usually not favorable?
What is the main challenge faced during proton capture or p-process, making it usually not favorable?
- Insufficient energy available for the process
- High temperatures causing instability
- Strong Coulombic repulsion between protons (correct)
- Excessive neutron bombardment
How does beta decay contribute to the formation of heavier nuclei?
How does beta decay contribute to the formation of heavier nuclei?
Which type of decay is essential in creating heavier isotopes through nucleosynthesis?
Which type of decay is essential in creating heavier isotopes through nucleosynthesis?
Why can fusion reactions in stellar nucleosynthesis not produce nuclei higher than iron?
Why can fusion reactions in stellar nucleosynthesis not produce nuclei higher than iron?
Which phenomenon results in the formation of a heavier nucleus different from its seed nucleus in neutron capture?
Which phenomenon results in the formation of a heavier nucleus different from its seed nucleus in neutron capture?
What role do high temperatures play in the r-process of nucleosynthesis?
What role do high temperatures play in the r-process of nucleosynthesis?
Why is neutron capture categorized as either slow or rapid?
Why is neutron capture categorized as either slow or rapid?
What is the primary outcome of proton capture or p-process following a supernova event?
What is the primary outcome of proton capture or p-process following a supernova event?
