Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

(a)[1]

Define what is meant by the half-life of a radioactive source.

(b(i))[3]

Complete the nuclear equation for this decay. $^{234}_{91}\text{Pa} \rightarrow$

(b(ii))[1]

State the change that takes place in the nucleus during the decay.

(c)[2]

Give two reasons why $\alpha$-particles produce more ionisation than $\beta$-particles.

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