Nuclear Chemistry Review

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What particle is emitted in the decay of Bismuth-214?

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Alpha particle.

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What is the primary fuel used in nuclear fusion reactions?

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Deuterium and Tritium.

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What type of decay does Iodine-131 undergo?

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Beta decay.

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What type of decay does Bismuth-214 undergo?

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Alpha decay.

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What does Uranium-238 decay into by emitting an alpha particle?

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Thorium-234.

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Define nuclear fusion.

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A process where two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy.

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What is an alpha particle?

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A type of radiation consisting of 2 protons and 2 neutrons, equivalent to a helium nucleus.

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What is beta decay?

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A type of radioactive decay in which a beta particle (electron or positron) is emitted.

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What is gamma radiation?

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High-energy electromagnetic radiation emitted during radioactive decay.

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What is the difference between alpha decay and beta decay?

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