Types of Nuclear Reactions

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What are the two classifications of nuclear reactions based on?

Spontaneous and induced

What is the result of a spontaneous nuclear reaction?

Radioactive element disintegrates into another element by emitting alpha, beta, or gamma rays.

What is the outcome of bombarding a stable non-radioactive element with a suitable particle?

A new element is obtained.

What are the possible particles emitted in addition to a new element in induced nuclear reactions?

<p>Neutron, proton, deuteron, alpha particle, gamma ray, etc.</p>
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In induced radioactivity, what happens if the new element formed is stable or non-radioactive?

<p>No disintegration is observed, and no radioactivity is present.</p>
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