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Radioactivity Flashcards

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Radioactivity

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The spontaneous breaking up of certain unstable nuclei, accompanied by the emission of radiation

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Alpha particles

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Helium nuclei
Positive charge
Little penetrative ability

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Beta particles

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Electrons
Negative charge
Greater penetrative ability than alpha particles

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