Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

The circles in Fig. 11.1 show three gold nuclei. Three $\alpha$-particles are moving towards the gold nuclei.
(a)[3]

On Fig. 11.1, complete the route of each $\alpha$-particle.

(b)[4]

Calculate the count rate shown 6 days later.

(c)[3]

State three economic and environmental effects of producing this waste.

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