Nuclear Physics Quiz

What is the study of atomic nuclei and their interactions known as?

• Thermodynamics

• Quantum Mechanics

• Astrophysics

• Nuclear Physics

Which of the following is NOT a key topic in nuclear physics?

• Radioactivity

• Nuclear Reactions

• Quantum Entanglement

• Atomic Structure

What is the process of splitting heavy nuclei called?

• Decay

• Fission

• Fusion

• Combustion

Which theoretical model is used to describe the behavior and properties of atomic nuclei?

• String Theory

• Quantum Field Theory

• Chaos Theory

• Shell Model

What practical application does nuclear physics have in medical field?

• Generating Electricity

• Creating Artwork

• Medical Imaging and Cancer Treatment

• Building Bridges

What type of radiation is NOT emitted from unstable atomic nuclei?

• Delta

• Gamma

• Beta

• Alpha

Which field applies nuclear physics to study astrophysical phenomena?

• Particle Physics

• Thermodynamics

• Astrophysics

• Quantum Mechanics

What is the study of the energy spectra emitted by radioactive nuclei called?

• Astro Spectroscopy

• Quantum Spectroscopy

• Nuclear Spectroscopy

• Particle Spectroscopy