Nuclear Chem

Front

What is not a part of an atom's nucleus?

Back

Electron

Front

What is the symbol for Alpha radiation?

Back

α

Front

Order the types of radiation from most to least penetrating: Alpha, Beta, Gamma.

Back

Gamma, Beta, Alpha

Front

What charge do gamma rays have?

Back

0

Front

What are the three main types of radiation?

Back

Alpha, Beta, Gamma

Front

What particle has a positive charge and is found in the nucleus?

Back

Proton

Front

What particle has no charge and is found in the nucleus?

Back

Neutron

Front

What is the process of an unstable nucleus releasing energy called?

Back

Radioactive decay

Front

What type of radiation can be stopped by paper?

Back

Alpha radiation

Front

What type of radiation can penetrate human skin but is stopped by aluminum?

Back

Beta radiation