Atomic And Nuclear Physics Flashcards
1
Q
Where are protons located in an Atom?
A
In the nucleus.
2
Q
What is the relative mass of a proton?
A
1
3
Q
Where are neutrons located in an Atom?
A
In the nucleus.
4
Q
What is the relative mass of a neutron?
A
1
5
Q
Where are electrons located in an Atom?
A
In shells orbiting the nucleus.
6
Q
What is the relative mass of an electron?
A
1/1840
7
Q
What does an alpha particle look like?
A
4 Number of protons and neutrons
x
2 Number of protons
8
Q
What does a beta particle look like?
A
0
B
-1
9
Q
What does a gamma particle look like?
A
0
symbol
0
10
Q
What is the definition of nuclear fission?
A
The splitting of a heavy nucleus by absorption of a neutron into 2 or more smaller lighter nuclei, a few neutrons and a large amount of energy.
