AQA GCSE PHYSICS - ATOMIC STRUCTURE

AQA GCSE PHYSICS - ATOMIC STRUCTURE

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Science, Physics

KG - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is nuclear fusion?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where does nuclear fusion occur?

Back

Stars.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the only naturally occurring radioactive isotope of carbon?

Back

Carbon-14.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is transmutation?

Back

When one element turns into another.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who discovered the electron?

Back

J.J. Thompson.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an isotope?

Back

Atoms of the same element that have different numbers of neutrons.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is radioactive decay?

Back

The process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation.

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