5 Questions
Which of the following best describes why some atomic nuclei are unstable?
There is an imbalance in the forces within the nucleus
Which isotope of carbon is stable?
Carbon-12
Which of the following best describes the process of emitting radiation from unstable nuclei?
Radioactive decay
What is the effect of emitting radiation on the overall energy of the nucleus?
It reduces the overall energy of the nucleus
Why are some isotopes unstable?
Due to their large size or having too many or too few neutrons
Test your knowledge on radioactive decay and unstable nuclei in this quiz. Explore the forces within atomic nuclei and learn about the differences between stable and unstable isotopes. Discover why carbon-14 is an example of an unstable isotope compared to carbon-1
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