Decay Flashcards
1
Q
About Alpha particles
A
Contain contain two protons and two neutrons . They have a relative mass of 4. They have no electrons so have a +2 charge and can be written as α
2
Q
What are the different sorts of radiation that a nucleus can emit when it decays
A
Alpha particles , beta particles , positrons , gamma rays
3
Q
About Beta particles
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High energy high speed electrons with a -1 charge and can be written as β-
4
Q
About positrons
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High energy high speed particles that can be written as β+
5
Q
About gamma rays
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Hugh frequency electro magnetic waves . They don’t have a charge and can be written as γ
