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Radioactive Decay Quiz

Authored by Stephanie Gonzales

Science

10th Grade

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept covered

Radioactive Decay Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of radioactive decay involves the emission of a helium nucleus?

Beta decay

Gamma decay

Alpha decay

Neutron emission

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary difference between alpha and beta particles in terms of their composition?

Alpha particles are electrons, while beta particles are protons.

Alpha particles are helium nuclei, while beta particles are electrons or positrons.

Alpha particles are neutrons, while beta particles are protons.

Alpha particles are photons, while beta particles are neutrons.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of radiation is most penetrating and requires thick lead shielding for protection?

Alpha particles

Beta particles

Gamma rays

Neutrons

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Explain why alpha particles are less penetrating than beta particles and gamma rays.

Alpha particles have a larger mass and charge, causing them to lose energy quickly.

Alpha particles are neutral and do not interact with matter.

Alpha particles travel at the speed of light.

Alpha particles are composed of photons.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following safety measures is most effective for handling beta-emitting radioactive materials?

Wearing a lead apron

Using a plastic shield

Wearing a gas mask

Using a neutron detector

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Describe the process of beta decay in terms of particle transformation.

A neutron transforms into a proton and emits an electron or positron.

A proton transforms into a neutron and emits a photon.

A neutron transforms into a photon and emits a proton.

A proton transforms into a neutron and emits an alpha particle.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of radioactive decay does not change the atomic number of the element?

Alpha decay

Beta decay

Gamma decay

Positron emission

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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