Radioactivity Flashcards
1
Q
Radioactivity
A
The spontaneous splitting of an unstable nuclei with the emission of one or more types of radiation
2
Q
An alpha particle
A
A helium nucleus particle consisting of 2 protons and 2 neutrons
3
Q
Half life of a sample
A
The time taken for half the sample to decay
4
Q
Beta particles
A
Fast moving electrons
High Speed
Negligible mass
Negative charge
5
Q
Gamma particles
A
High energy electro-magnetic radiation