Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

Table 11.1 provides details about the particles found in an atom.

(a)[3]

Fill in the three blank spaces with the correct information.

(b)[1]

State the relative charge on an alpha particle.

(c)[2]

Compare the penetrating powers of alpha particles, beta particles and gamma rays.

Worked solution & mark scheme

This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Proton, +1, inside nucleus” …