Weizsäcker formula

The Weizsäcker formula is a mathematical model used to estimate the binding energy of atomic nuclei, which is the energy holding protons and neutrons together. It considers factors like the number of protons and neutrons, their mutual attraction, the effect of nuclear surface, the electromagnetic repulsion between protons, and quantum effects. By accounting for these factors, the formula predicts why nuclei are stable and how their energy changes with size and composition. It helps scientists understand nuclear stability, fission, fusion, and the processes powering stars, providing a foundation for predicting nuclear behavior in various contexts.