11 Questions
What is the defining characteristic of isotopes?
Same atomic number but different mass number
Which type of radiation comes from the nucleus of a radioactive element?
Gamma
What causes an element to emit radiation?
Radioactivity
Which type of radiation has the greatest penetrating power?
Gamma rays
What are radioisotopes?
Artificially produced isotopes by bombardment with various particles
What are the biologic effects of alpha and beta particles on humans?
Relatively harmless since they have slight penetrating power
Which type of radiation is relatively harmless to humans due to its slight penetrating power?
Alpha particles
What causes an element to emit radiation?
Radioactivity
Which type of radiation has the greatest penetrating power?
Gamma rays
What is the defining characteristic of isotopes?
Different mass number and atomic number
Which type of particles are produced by a radioactive element?
Alpha and beta particles
Test your knowledge about isotopes, their similarities and differences, as well as the concept of radioactivity and radioactive substances.
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