Nuclear Chemistry Review

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What is the penetrating power of alpha particles?

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Alpha particles have the lowest penetrating power and can be stopped by the skin or cardboard.

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Which type of emission is most similar to high-energy X-rays?

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Gamma emission has properties most similar to high-energy X-rays.

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What is the process called when one large nucleus splits into two smaller nuclei?

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The process is called nuclear fission.

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What charge do beta particles have?

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Beta particles have a -1 charge.

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What is the symbol for Cadmium-115?

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The symbol for Cadmium-115 is Cd-115.

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What type of radiation is emitted during alpha decay?

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Alpha decay emits alpha particles, which consist of 2 protons and 2 neutrons.

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What is nuclear fusion?

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Nuclear fusion is the process where two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus.

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What is the difference between fission and fusion?

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Fission is the splitting of a large nucleus, while fusion is the combining of small nuclei.

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What is a neutron?

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A neutron is a subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom, with no charge.

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What is radioactive decay?

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Radioactive decay is the process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation.