Radioactive Decay Quiz

The three most common types of radioactive decay are alpha decay, beta decay, and gamma decay.

The weak force is the mechanism responsible for beta decay.

The overall decay rate can be expressed as a decay constant or as half-life for a significant number of identical atoms.

<p>No, it is impossible to predict when a particular atom will decay according to quantum theory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The decaying nucleus is called the parent nucleus.</p> Signup and view all the answers