Protons and neutrons in an atomic nucleus are arranged in specific shell structures
the verdict
SUPPORTED
the evidence backs this
confidence 77/100
Protons and neutrons within an atomic nucleus are organized into distinct shell structures characterized by specific energy levels and magic numbers, a foundational principle supported by extensive nuclear physics research and shell-model simulations.
Evidence for · 5
Abrupt structural transition in exotic molybdenum isotopes unveils an isospin-symmetric island of inversion.
2025 · cited by 1
The study discusses how protons and neutrons in nuclei occupy orbitals in a shell structure defined by magic numbers.
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More for · 4
Nuclear shell-model simulation in digital quantum computers.
2023 · cited by 1
This paper highlights the nuclear shell model as a foundational method for studying the structure of atomic nuclei.
A low-circuit-depth quantum computing approach to the nuclear shell model.
2026 · cited by 0
The research utilizes quantum computing approaches specifically tailored for nuclear shell model calculations.
Patterns in Isotopic Compositions, Nucleon Numbers, and Magic Numbers
2024 · cited by 0
The paper examines how nucleons fill shells to form closed loops and exhibit magic number phenomena.
An asymmetric fission island driven by shell effects in light fragments.
2025 · cited by 0
The study demonstrates how shell effects drive specific structural behaviors such as asymmetric fission islands.