Chapter 22 Flashcards
1
Q
Compare/contrast fission and fusion
A
Fission- splitting of the nucleus
Fusion- fusing nuclei together
⭐️both produce energy
2
Q
Why does nuclear decay occur
A
Unstable atoms- the strong nuclear force is not enough to hold nuclei together
3
Q
What is carbon-14 used for
A
Fossil dating
—-> bones or living things
4
Q
Long term exposure to radiation is known to cause ______
A
Cancer