Neutron to Proton Ratio Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the neutron to proton ratio is:

\[ NPR = \frac{N}{P} \]

Where:

\(NPR\) is the Neutron to Proton Ratio (neutrons:protons)
\(N\) is the total number of neutrons
\(P\) is the total number of protons

What is Neutron to Proton Ratio?

The neutron to proton ratio is a measure used in nuclear physics to describe the relative number of neutrons to protons in an atomic nucleus. This ratio is important for understanding the stability of nuclei, as certain ratios can lead to more stable or unstable configurations. It is a key factor in nuclear reactions and decay processes.

Example Calculations

Example 1:

Total Number of Neutrons (N): 20
Total Number of Protons (P): 10

Using the formula:

\[ NPR = \frac{20}{10} = 2.00 \]

Example 2:

Total Number of Neutrons (N): 30
Total Number of Protons (P): 15

Using the formula:

\[ NPR = \frac{30}{15} = 2.00 \]