... role in nuclear forces ( mπ ~ 270me ), µ mesons(muons) are important in cosmic-ray processes ( m µ ~ 207me ) Nuclear Spin and Magnetic Moment Nuclear angular momentum is often known as nuclear ... scientific question in the history of mankind” – B L Cohen, Concepts of Nuclear Physics, p 32 A direct way to study nuclear forces is to consider the simplest possible nucleus, which is a two-nucleon ... interest in nuclear structure and reactions is not just for scientific knowledge alone, the fact that there are two applications that affects the welfare of our society – nuclear power and nuclear...