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

Atoms, nuclei and radiation — practice question

Uranium (U) contains no fewer than fourteen isotopes.
(a)[2]

Explain the meaning of isotopes.

(b(i))[3]

State three quantities that stay conserved in a nuclear reaction.

(b(ii)-1)[1]

For the reaction shown, determine the value of $Z$.

(b(ii)-2)[1]

For the reaction shown, determine the value of $x$.

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