8 Questions
Which of the following is a type of decay?
Decay that occurs due to bacterial growth
Which of the following is NOT a type of decay?
Decay that occurs due to friction
What are some common causes of decay?
Excessive moisture
Which particle is emitted in alpha decay?
Helium nucleus
Which of the following is true about alpha decay?
Alpha decay occurs when there is too much mass.
What happens to the mass number in alpha decay?
It decreases.
Which of the following is an example of alpha decay?
238U -> 234Th + 4He + energy
Why do atoms heavier than uranium-238 decay by alpha emission?
They have too much mass.
Test your knowledge on types of decay in this quiz. Identify different types of decay and learn about their causes. Determine which options are types of decay and which are not.
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