Nuclear Chemistry

Nuclear Chemistry

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Chemistry

9th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Nuclear Chemistry?

Back

Nuclear Chemistry is the study of the chemical and physical properties of elements as influenced by changes in the structure of the nucleus. It includes the study of radioactivity, nuclear processes, and properties of radionuclides.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the three main types of nuclear radiation?

Back

The three main types of nuclear radiation are Alpha particles, Beta particles, and Gamma rays.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which type of nuclear radiation is the least penetrating?

Back

Alpha particles are the least penetrating type of nuclear radiation.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which type of nuclear radiation is the most penetrating?

Back

Gamma rays are the most penetrating type of nuclear radiation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What charge do Alpha particles carry?

Back

Alpha particles carry a +2 charge.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What charge do Beta particles carry?

Back

Beta particles carry a -1 charge (electrons) or +1 charge (positrons).

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the half-life of a radioactive substance?

Back

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

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