Nuclear Equations and Review

Front

What happens naturally due to an unstable nucleus?

Back

Radioactive decay

Front

Which symbol represents beta radiation?

Back

Beta

Front

What is the primary fuel used in nuclear fission?

Back

U-235

Front

What instrument is used to detect radioactivity?

Back

Geiger counter

Front

What is released when nuclei decay?

Back

Energy

Front

What is the process called when a nucleus splits into smaller parts?

Back

Fission

Front

What is the process called when two nuclei combine to form a heavier nucleus?

Back

Fusion

Front

What type of radiation consists of high-energy photons?

Back

Gamma radiation

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for half of a radioactive substance to decay?

Back

Half-life

Front

What type of decay involves the emission of an alpha particle?

Back

Alpha decay