Nuclear Equations practice

Front

Balance the following equation: 14_6C --> 0_-1e + ________

Back

14_7N

Front

What is the symbol for an alpha particle?

Back

4_2He

Front

What does the symbol -1^0e represent?

Back

beta

Front

What particle completes this reaction? (Example: 14_6C --> 0_-1e + ?)

Back

beta particle

Front

Complete the nuclear reaction: 85_209At = ___ + 2_4He

Back

83_205Bi

Front

What is a nuclear equation?

Back

A representation of a nuclear reaction showing the initial and final particles.

Front

What is the charge of an alpha particle?

Back

+2

Front

What is the mass number of a beta particle?

Back

0

Front

What type of radiation is emitted during alpha decay?

Back

Alpha particles (4_2He) are emitted.

Front

What is the difference between alpha and beta decay?

Back

Alpha decay emits alpha particles; beta decay emits beta particles (electrons or positrons).