Ch. 405 Flashcards
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Radioactivity
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The name of that Marie gave to this this spontaneous emission by an unstable atomic nucleus
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Radioactive Decay
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The atomic nuclei of unstable isotopes released fast-moving particles and energy
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Alpha particle
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Consist of two protons and two neutrons and is positively charged
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Beta particle
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If fast-moving electron given off by a nucleus during a radioactive decay
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Gamma radiation
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Consist of high-energy waves similar to x-rays
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Tracers
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Radioactive isotopes that can be followed through the steps of a chemical reaction or industrial process
