Nuclear Decay
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What is nuclear chemistry?
This occurs when the amount of energy of the nucleus changes
An unstable nucleus will decompose to a NEW nucleus while releasing radiation
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What are the 3 types of radiation?
Alpha
Betta
Gamma
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What is the symbol for alpha decay?
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What is the symbol for beta decay?
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What is the symbol for gamma decay?
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Alpha decay definition
The release of an Alpha particle
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Beta decay definition
Release of a high-energy electron from the nucleus
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Gamma Decay Definition
The release of NO particles
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Half-life definition
The length of time for HALF of the original sample to decay into a new isotope
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