Nuclear Chemistry Review

A nucleus becomes stable when the attractive nuclear forces outweigh the repulsive electrical forces.

Nuclear reactions involve changes to the nucleus and typically release more energy than chemical reactions.

Fusion is not a viable option for energy production because it produces excessive energy that is difficult to manage.

The risk of harm from radiation increases with prolonged exposure and proximity to the source.

Einstein's equation E=mc2 implies that _______(E) can be converted into ______(m).

What is the process called when two lighter atomic nuclei merge to form a single heavier nucleus?

A large nuclei splits into two smaller nuclei.

The result of fission and fusion is that the atoms are _____.

In ______, atoms of hydrogen combine to form helium.

A radioactive nucleus: