12.2 - Nature of Radioactive Emission
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What are alpha particles made of?
💡 Hint: Think about the nucleus of helium.
Which type of particle is negative?
💡 Hint: Consider the charge when recalling the types.
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What type of particle is an alpha particle?
💡 Hint: Think about the components of a helium nucleus.
True or False: Gamma rays have higher ionizing power than alpha particles.
💡 Hint: Focus on the definitions of ionizing power.
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Design a practical application for each type of radioactive emission and justify your choices based on their properties.
💡 Hint: Remember how ionization and penetration influence their usage.
Evaluate the safety measures that must be in place when working with these types of radioactive emissions in a laboratory setting.
💡 Hint: Consider the strengths and weaknesses of each type of emission in your safety evaluation.
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