Nuclear Chemistry

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What type of nuclear reaction powers the stars and our Sun?

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Fusion is the process where two or more nuclei combine to form a larger nucleus, releasing energy.

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What is the process called when two or more nuclei combine to form one larger nucleus?

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Fusion.

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Where can protons be found in an atom?

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Protons are located inside the atomic nucleus.

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Which type of radiation has the highest penetrating power?

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Gamma radiation can penetrate the human body and is not stopped by several centimeters of lead or several meters of concrete.

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What do two different isotopes of an atom have in common?

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They have the same number of protons.

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What is nuclear fission?

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Nuclear fission is the process where a large nucleus splits into smaller nuclei, releasing energy.

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What is the difference between isotopes?

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Isotopes of an element have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons.

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What is the atomic nucleus?

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The atomic nucleus is the central part of an atom, containing protons and neutrons.

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What are alpha particles?

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Alpha particles are positively charged particles made up of two protons and two neutrons, emitted during radioactive decay.

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What is beta decay?

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Beta decay is a type of radioactive decay where a neutron is transformed into a proton, emitting an electron.