Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Atoms, nuclei and radiation

Atoms, nuclei and radiation — practice question

(a)[2]

State the meaning of an $\alpha$-particle, a $\beta$-particle and $\gamma$-radiation.

(b(i))[1]

Describe how the proton number and nucleon number of a nucleus are altered when an $\alpha$-particle is emitted.

(b(ii))[1]

Describe how the proton number and nucleon number of a nucleus are altered when a $\beta$-particle is emitted.

(b(iii))[1]

Describe how the proton number and nucleon number of a nucleus are altered when $\gamma$-radiation is emitted.

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