Topic 7 - Nuclear Equations Flashcards
1
Q
what is the rule for nuclear equations?
A
the totals of the atomic and mass number has to be the same on both sides of the equation
2
Q
what happens to the mass and atomic number after alpha emission?
A
mass: decreases by 4
atomic: decreases by 2
3
Q
what happens to the mass and atomic number after beta emission?
A
mass: stays the same
atomic: increases by 1
4
Q
what happens to the mass and atomic number after gamma emission?
A
mass: stays the same
atomic: stays the same
