Atomic Structure

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What is nuclear fission?

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Nuclear fission is a reaction in which the nucleus of an atom splits into smaller parts, releasing a large amount of energy, typically used in nuclear power plants.

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Why is nuclear fusion difficult to control?

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Nuclear fusion requires extremely high temperatures and pressures to occur, making it challenging to maintain and control the reaction.

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What is an ion?

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An ion is a charged atom that has either lost or gained one or more electrons.

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What charge does a proton carry?

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+1

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What is an isotope?

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Isotopes are variants of a particular chemical element that have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.

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Which isotope of calcium is the most abundant?

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The isotope of calcium with a mass of 40.00 amu is the most abundant.

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What are subatomic particles?

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Subatomic particles are the particles that make up an atom, including protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is the charge of a neutron?

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A neutron has no charge; it is neutral.

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What is the electron cloud?

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The electron cloud is the region around the nucleus of an atom where electrons are likely to be found.

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What is a muon?

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A muon is a subatomic particle similar to an electron, with an electric charge of -1, but with a much greater mass.