Neuclear Flashcards
1
Q
What interaction is responsible for the decay of neutons
A
Weak nuclear
2
Q
What group of particles do neutrons belong
A
Hadrons
3
Q
What is released in the decay of a neutron
A
Proton + electron + electron antineutrino
4
Q
Define spontaneous decay
A
It is truly random not affected by nearby neucleous or time
5
Q
What is the function of a moderator
A
Slows down thermal neutrons but doesn’t absorb them
