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REG: ED 101/6/12062

Course Code:
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1. Using appropriate chemical equations, explain stellav nucleosynthe
sis of elements; o Ne, Na and Mg ( 6 Marks).​

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Step-by-step explanation:

Nucleosynthesis is the process that creates new atomic nuclei from pre-existing ones via nuclear reactions.

A nuclear reaction involves the nucleus of atoms. It means the transformation of one element to another.

In the image attached i have shown the equations representing the nucleosynthesis of O, Ne, Na and Mg.

The nucleosynthesis of O involves the bombardment of C-12 with alpha particles, gamma rays are produced.

The nucleosynthesis of Ne involves the bombardment of O-16 with alpha particles, gamma rays are produced.

The nucleosynthesis of Na involves the bombardment of Ne-20 with alpha particles, protons are produced.

The nucleosynthesis of Mg involves the bombardment of Ne-20 with alpha particles, gamma rays are produced.

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