Radioactivity

Front

What is the process called when a neutron hits a large nucleus and it splits?

Back

Fission

Front

What is made of two protons and two neutrons?

Back

Alpha particle

Front

What type of nuclear reaction is used by nuclear power plants?

Back

Fission

Front

Which type of nuclear radiation is emitted when an electron is released?

Back

Beta radiation

Front

What is the term for the process where two small nuclei combine to form a larger nucleus?

Back

Fusion

Front

What type of decay involves the emission of a helium nucleus?

Back

Alpha decay

Front

What is the most penetrating type of nuclear radiation?

Back

Gamma radiation

Front

What is the charge of an alpha particle?

Back

Positive charge (due to two protons)

Front

What is the charge of a beta particle?

Back

Negative charge (an electron)

Front

What is the primary difference between fission and fusion?

Back

Fission splits a large nucleus, while fusion combines small nuclei.