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What is the process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by radiation known as?
What is the process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by radiation known as?
- Nuclear fission
- Nuclear fusion
- Atomic disintegration
- Radioactive decay (correct)
Which force is responsible for beta decay?
Which force is responsible for beta decay?
- Strong force
- Weak force (correct)
- Electromagnetic force
- Gravitational force
How is the overall decay rate of a significant number of identical atoms expressed?
How is the overall decay rate of a significant number of identical atoms expressed?
- Half-life
- Binding energy
- Decay constant (correct)
- Nuclear spin
What is the mechanism responsible for gamma decay?
What is the mechanism responsible for gamma decay?
What is the term for the decaying nucleus in radioactive decay?
What is the term for the decaying nucleus in radioactive decay?
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Radioactive Decay
Radioactive Decay
The process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by radiation.
Weak Force
Weak Force
The force responsible for beta decay, involving the transformation of a neutron into a proton, an electron, and an antineutrino.
Decay Constant
Decay Constant
The overall decay rate of a significant number of identical atoms, expressed as the probability of decay per unit time.
Electromagnetic Force
Electromagnetic Force
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Parent Nucleus
Parent Nucleus
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