Particles and Waves - Nuclear Reactions Flashcards
(9 cards)
1
Q
What particle is released during alpha decay?
A
Helium
2
Q
What particle is released during beta decay?
A
An electron
3
Q
What is fission?
A
A process in which a nucleus with a larger mass splits into two nuclei which have a smaller mass
4
Q
What is spontaneous fission?
A
Fission that happens at random due to internal processes within the nucleus
5
Q
What is induced fission?
A
When a nucleus is bombarded within a neutron
6
Q
What is induced fission used for?
A
To generate nuclear power and for weapons
7
Q
What is a fusion reaction?
A
A process in which two nuclei combine to form a nucleus of larger mass number
8
Q
What do nuclear fusion reactors require?
A
Charged particles at a very high temperature (plasma) which have to be contained by magnetic fields.
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