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Radioactive Decay and Radioisotopes

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What is an isotope that undergoes radioactive decay called?

Decaying Molecule

Radio-isotope (correct)

Unstable Element

Active Isotope

What is the characteristic of an isotope that undergoes radioactive decay?

It has a stable nucleus

It is a stable element

It has a constant mass

It releases radiation (correct)

What is another term for a radio-isotope?

Active Molecule

Radioactive Isotope (correct)

Radioactive Element

Unstable Compound

What is a radio-isotope an example of?

An radioactive element Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of an isotope undergoing radioactive decay?

It becomes more stable Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason why protons in an atomic nucleus do not repel each other and fly apart?

The binding energy between them is strong Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of the interaction between the electrostatic force and the binding energy in an atomic nucleus?

The nucleus can be stable or unstable depending on the balance between the two forces Signup and view all the answers

What is the charge of protons in an atomic nucleus that leads to their repulsion?

Positive Signup and view all the answers

What role do neutrons play in the stability of an atomic nucleus?

They have no effect on the nucleus stability Signup and view all the answers

What is the term that describes the energy that holds the protons together in an atomic nucleus?

Binding energy Signup and view all the answers