Physics 0625 · IGCSE · The nuclear model of the atom

The nuclear model of the atom — practice question

(a)[3]

Describe the arrangement of particles in an atom of helium-4, $^{4}_{2}\mathrm{He}$.

(b(i))[2]

State what occurs during nuclear fusion reactions which produce helium.

(b(ii))[2]

State two regions of the electromagnetic spectrum through which the Sun radiates most of its energy.

(c)[2]

Describe what occurs to a star when most of the fuel in its core has been changed into helium.

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