
Unit 3 Exit Ticket #5: Alpha and Beta Decay
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is alpha decay?
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A type of radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus emits an alpha particle, consisting of 2 protons and 2 neutrons, resulting in a new element.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is beta decay?
Back
A type of radioactive decay in which a beta particle (electron or positron) is emitted from an atomic nucleus, transforming a neutron into a proton or vice versa.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an alpha particle?
Back
A helium nucleus, consisting of 2 protons and 2 neutrons, emitted during alpha decay.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How is an alpha particle represented in nuclear equations?
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As \( \text{ }^{4}_{2}\text{He} \) or \( \text{ }^{2}_{4}\text{He} \).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is emitted during beta radiation?
Back
An electron.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between alpha and beta decay?
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Alpha decay involves the emission of an alpha particle, while beta decay involves the emission of a beta particle (electron or positron).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to the atomic number during alpha decay?
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It decreases by 2.
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