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What type of particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?
What type of particles are found in the nucleus of an atom?
Most natural elements in the world spontaneously change into other elements.
Most natural elements in the world spontaneously change into other elements.
False
What is an example of a manufactured element that can transform into another element?
What is an example of a manufactured element that can transform into another element?
gold-194
The particles in the nucleus are known collectively as __________.
The particles in the nucleus are known collectively as __________.
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How long does it take for the gold-194 ring to transform into platinum-194?
How long does it take for the gold-194 ring to transform into platinum-194?
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An expensive gold ring does not change into an almost worthless __________.
An expensive gold ring does not change into an almost worthless __________.
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Match the following descriptions with the correct terms:
Match the following descriptions with the correct terms:
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What charge do protons have?
What charge do protons have?
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What is the primary role of technology in science?
What is the primary role of technology in science?
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Neutrons are positively charged particles.
Neutrons are positively charged particles.
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What determines the chemical properties of an atom?
What determines the chemical properties of an atom?
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The heaviest naturally occurring element is ______.
The heaviest naturally occurring element is ______.
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What is an atomic number?
What is an atomic number?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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What primarily keeps protons and neutrons bound together in the nucleus?
What primarily keeps protons and neutrons bound together in the nucleus?
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Atoms with more protons than the atomic number can be found naturally in nature.
Atoms with more protons than the atomic number can be found naturally in nature.
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Electrostatic forces between like charges cause attraction.
Electrostatic forces between like charges cause attraction.
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What are isotopes that contain unstable nuclei called?
What are isotopes that contain unstable nuclei called?
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What term refers to atoms of the same element that have different numbers of neutrons?
What term refers to atoms of the same element that have different numbers of neutrons?
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The strong nuclear force can only act over incredibly small distances of about _____ m.
The strong nuclear force can only act over incredibly small distances of about _____ m.
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What happens to the strong nuclear force as particles move further apart?
What happens to the strong nuclear force as particles move further apart?
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Match the forces with their characteristics:
Match the forces with their characteristics:
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What overcomes the repulsion between protons in the nucleus?
What overcomes the repulsion between protons in the nucleus?
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What does the atomic number of an element represent?
What does the atomic number of an element represent?
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The electromagnetic force is stronger than the strong nuclear force at small distances.
The electromagnetic force is stronger than the strong nuclear force at small distances.
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Electrostatic forces are stronger than the strong nuclear force.
Electrostatic forces are stronger than the strong nuclear force.
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List the three types of subatomic particles that make up an atom.
List the three types of subatomic particles that make up an atom.
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The force that holds protons and neutrons together in the nucleus is called the ______.
The force that holds protons and neutrons together in the nucleus is called the ______.
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Which of the following statements describes isotopes?
Which of the following statements describes isotopes?
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Match the forces to their descriptions:
Match the forces to their descriptions:
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The weak nuclear force operates over a long range, similar to gravitational force.
The weak nuclear force operates over a long range, similar to gravitational force.
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Describe the importance of nuclear stability.
Describe the importance of nuclear stability.
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What effect do protons experience in a large nucleus that can lead to instability?
What effect do protons experience in a large nucleus that can lead to instability?
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All isotopes in the blue band on the isotope graph are stable.
All isotopes in the blue band on the isotope graph are stable.
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What is emitted by a radioisotope in order to increase nuclear stability?
What is emitted by a radioisotope in order to increase nuclear stability?
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The ratio of ______ to protons increases up the band of stability.
The ratio of ______ to protons increases up the band of stability.
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Which element is mentioned as having isotopes analyzed up to in the graph?
Which element is mentioned as having isotopes analyzed up to in the graph?
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Isotopes located outside the belt of stability are typically stable.
Isotopes located outside the belt of stability are typically stable.
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What is the primary reason for the increase of neutrons in stable nuclei?
What is the primary reason for the increase of neutrons in stable nuclei?
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How many protons are there in a Uranium-235 nucleus?
How many protons are there in a Uranium-235 nucleus?
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Is it possible for two different elements to have the same number of nucleons?
Is it possible for two different elements to have the same number of nucleons?
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What holds nucleons together in the nucleus?
What holds nucleons together in the nucleus?
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The neutron/proton ratio range for an element to be in the belt of stability is _____ to _____.
The neutron/proton ratio range for an element to be in the belt of stability is _____ to _____.
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Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
Match the following concepts with their descriptions:
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Which element is represented by a nucleus with 92 protons?
Which element is represented by a nucleus with 92 protons?
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What happens to the influence of the electrostatic force as nuclei get larger?
What happens to the influence of the electrostatic force as nuclei get larger?
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Uranium-235 is considered _____ due to its neutron/proton ratio.
Uranium-235 is considered _____ due to its neutron/proton ratio.
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Study Notes
Year 10 Physics: Nuclear Physics
- Goal: Describe the structure of an atom in terms of subatomic particles, forces, and isotopes.
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Success Criteria:
- Interpret atomic number and mass of different elements.
- Contrast electrostatic force and strong nuclear force.
- Describe the importance of neutron-proton ratios.
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Area of Study 2: Nuclear Physics - Lesson 1:
- Explain nuclear stability with reference to forces in the nucleus (electrostatic, strong, and weak nuclear forces).
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Key Vocabulary:
- Proton
- Neutron
- Nucleon
- Isotope
- Atomic Number
- Mass Number
- Electrostatic Repulsion
- Strong Nuclear Force
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Science Skills (VCE Physics Unit 1-4):
- Distinguish between opinions and evidence, scientific and non-scientific ideas.
- Analyse and evaluate physics-related societal issues (social, economic, legal, and political factors).
- Analyse current scientific understanding, including models and theories to understand how scientific ideas are contestable and reflect currently available evidence.
- Evaluate data to determine the degree to which the evidence supports the aim of investigation
- Analyse the relationship between scientific advances and technological advances, considering ethical principles.
- Discuss advances in scientific discovery, and developments in technology, and ethical considerations in science.
- Describe the process of scientific understanding, models and theories through review by the scientific community.
- Describe how values or needs of society can influence scientific research.
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Most Elements Don't Change:
- Most elements in the world are stable and do not spontaneously change into other elements.
- Exceptions exist, where rare elements can sometimes transform into other elements, like gold 194 transforming to platinum 194 after 38 hours.
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Atoms:
- Atoms consist of a tightly packed positively charged center called the nucleus.
- Particles in the nucleus are collectively known as nucleons.
- Protons are positively charged, while neutrons are chargeless.
- Protons and neutrons are much heavier than electrons that orbit the nucleus.
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Atomic Number:
- The number of protons in the nucleus determines the chemical properties of the atom and uniquely defines it.
- Scientists name atoms according to the number of protons in their nucleus, known as their atomic number.
- A substance is determined by its atomic number.
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Isotopes:
- Not all atoms of the same element have the same number of neutrons.
- These different forms of the same element are called isotopes.
- Scientists differentiate isotopes using mass number (the number of nucleons in the nucleus).
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Electrostatic Force & Strong Nuclear Force:
- Electrostatic repulsion exists between like charges (e.g., protons).
- Electrostatic forces increase as charges move closer together.
- In the nucleus, the electrostatic force of repulsion is overcome by the stronger strong nuclear force.
- The strong nuclear force acts only over very short distances (10-15 m) to hold neutrons and protons together in the nucleus.
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Radioactive Isotopes:
- Isotopes that contain unstable nuclei are called radioisotopes.
- Unstable isotopes can emit nuclear radiation to increase stability.
- The ratio of neutrons to protons is important for nuclear stability.
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Graph:
- The number of neutrons versus the number of protons is graphed for various isotopes.
- Stable nuclei are grouped in a band called the band of stability.
- The ratio of neutrons to protons increases moving away from elements in the belt of stability.
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Review Questions (Example):
- How many protons exist in a given atom image; What element does it correspond to?
- Uranium-235 contains 92 protons, estimate the number of neutrons.
- Draw a Venn Diagram to compare isotopes and radioisotopes.
- Explain how nucleons are held together in the nucleus. Why are two different elements potentially possible with the same number of nucleons?
- Compare isotopes and radioisotopes.
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Test your understanding of nuclear physics by exploring the structure of the atom, including subatomic particles, isotopes, and the forces at play in the nucleus. This quiz will assess your knowledge of atomic numbers, mass, and the importance of neutron-proton ratios, alongside the contrasts between electrostatic and strong nuclear forces.
