On the Precision and Accuracy of Audi-Wapstra-Wang Extrapolations for Nuclear Mass Predictions

Key Points

• Predictions regarding nuclear mass show considerable accuracy and precision, enhancing confidence in nuclear models.
• The systematic approach in the analysis involved 120 data points on various isotopes, providing a robust framework.
• Utilizing extrapolations, the method improves the reliability of nuclear mass predictions for theoretical applications.
• This study highlights the need for further validation across different nuclear datasets, emphasizing ongoing challenges in the field.