Intro to Nuclear Chemistry

Nuclear fission is a reaction in which the nucleus of an atom splits into two or more smaller nuclei, along with the release of energy.

Nuclear fusion is a reaction in which two light atomic nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus, releasing energy in the process.

Alpha particle.

143 neutrons.

e = mc².

Gamma waves.

An alpha particle is a type of radiation consisting of two protons and two neutrons, equivalent to a helium nucleus.

A beta particle is a high-energy, high-speed electron or positron emitted during radioactive decay.

Gamma radiation is a form of electromagnetic radiation of high energy and short wavelength, emitted from radioactive decay.

The half-life is the time required for half of the radioactive atoms in a sample to decay.