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Which of the following best describes why some atomic nuclei are unstable?

  • They emit high energy particles or waves
  • There is an imbalance in the forces within the nucleus (correct)
  • They have a large size
  • They have too many or too few neutrons

    • Which isotope of carbon is stable?

  • Carbon-15
  • Carbon-12 (correct)
  • Carbon-13
  • Carbon-14

    • Which of the following best describes the process of emitting radiation from unstable nuclei?

  • Nuclear fusion
  • Radioactive decay (correct)
  • Nuclear fission
  • Nuclear transmutation

    • What is the effect of emitting radiation on the overall energy of the nucleus?

    <p>It reduces the overall energy of the nucleus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are some isotopes unstable?

    <p>Due to their large size or having too many or too few neutrons</p> Signup and view all the answers

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