Nuclear Chemistry (Radioactivity/Half-Life)

Nuclear Chemistry (Radioactivity/Half-Life)

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Chemistry

10th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Nuclear Fusion?

Back

Nuclear fusion is the process in which two small atomic nuclei combine to form a larger nucleus, releasing energy in the process. It is the reaction that powers the sun.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Half-Life?

Back

Half-life is the time required for half of the radioactive atoms in a sample to decay. It is a measure of the stability of a radioactive isotope.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the half-life of Iodine-131?

Back

The half-life of Iodine-131 is 8 days.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Nuclear Fission?

Back

Nuclear fission is the process of splitting a large atomic nucleus into smaller nuclei, along with the release of energy.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Beta Decay?

Back

Beta decay is a type of radioactive decay in which a beta particle (an electron or positron) is emitted from an atomic nucleus.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an Alpha Particle?

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a Gamma Ray?

Back

Gamma rays are high-energy electromagnetic radiation emitted during radioactive decay, having no mass or charge.

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