6 - Radioactivity
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What is radioactivity?
💡 Hint: Think about the instability of nuclei.
What particle is emitted during alpha decay?
💡 Hint: Consider the composition of helium.
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What type of particle is released during alpha decay?
💡 Hint: Think about the composition of helium.
True or False: Gamma decay changes the atomic mass of the nucleus.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in gamma decay.
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If a sample has a decay constant λ of 0.1 s⁻¹, calculate the half-life.
💡 Hint: Use the half-life formula.
How would you explain the implications of radioactive waste in environmental science?
💡 Hint: Consider both short-term and long-term effects.
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