Nuclear Chemistry: Balancing
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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 (2 protons and 2 neutrons), resulting in a new element with a lower atomic number.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is beta decay?
Back
A type of radioactive decay in which a beta particle (an 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 gamma emission?
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The release of gamma rays from a radioactive nucleus, which occurs after other types of decay to release excess energy without changing the number of protons or neutrons.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a nuclear reaction?
Back
A process in which two nuclei or nuclear particles collide, resulting in the transformation of the nuclei and the release of energy.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a neutron?
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A subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, with no electric charge and a mass slightly greater than that of a proton.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a proton?
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A positively charged subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, contributing to the atomic number and mass.
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What is an alpha particle?
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A particle consisting of 2 protons and 2 neutrons, identical to a helium nucleus, emitted during alpha decay.
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