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Science 1
Unit 16 Vocab Cards
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The process by which an unstable nucleus gives off nuclear radiation | Radioactivity |
| The sum of the number of protons and neutrons in the nucleus of an atom | Mass Number |
| The release of a beta particle from a nucleus | Beta Decay |
| An atom that has the same number of protons as other atoms of the same element do but has a different number of protons | Isotope |
| The release of an alpha particle from a nucleus | Alpha Decay |
| Have a greater charge and mass than beta particles and gamma rays do. Travel about 7cm through the air and are stopped by paper or clothing | Alpha Particle |
| Have a 1- or a 1+ charge and almost no mass. They are more penetrating than alpha particles. Travel about 1m through air but are stopped by 3mm of aluminum | Beta Particle |
| Has no mass or charge, very dangerous | Gamma Ray |
| What are the 3 forms of radiation? | Alpha Decay, Beta Decay, an Gamma Ray |