Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Radioactivity

Radioactivity — practice question

Fig. 11.1 shows every particle present in a beryllium atom.
(a(i))[1]

Give the nuclide notation for the isotope displayed in Fig. 11.1.

(a(ii))[1]

Complete the key by adding the name of the third particle type shown in Fig. 11.1.

(b(i))[1]

State which diagrams show an isotope of beryllium.

(b(ii))[1]

State which diagram shows a positive ion.

(c)[2]

Calculate the half-life of the radioactive source.

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