Alpha Beta and Gamma Decay

Which of these symbols can be used to represent alpha decay?

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

What is the structure of an alpha particle?

• a fast-moving electron

• an electromagnetic wave

• a fast-moving positron

• 2 protons and 2 neutrons

An alpha particle has a relative mass of _____.

An alpha particle has a relative charge of _____.

Alpha particles are weakly penetrating. They are absorbed by __________.

Alpha particles are strongly ionising because they have a large relative mass.

• True

• False

Which of these symbols can be used to represent a beta decay?

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Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-8

A beta-plus particle is a fast-moving __________.

Tags

NGSS.HS-PS1-8

What is the missing value in the table?

Beta radiation is moderately penetrating. It is absorbed by __________.