Nuclear Physics

A quiz that tests the facts on nuclear physics needed for AQA additional science.

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  • Created by: Em
  • Created on: 09-06-09 14:07
How many protons and neutrons are lost during alpha decay?
2 protons, 2 neutrons
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When a nucleus emits gamma radiation, what happens?
No change
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What is an atom called when it loses or gains electrons?
an ion
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What does the plum pudding model of an atom look like?
an atom consisting of a positive sphere of matter in which negative electrons were embedded
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When does nuclear fission occur?
When a neutron collides with and splits a uranium- 235 or a plutonium-239 nucleus
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Does nuclear fission or nuclear fusion result in a chain reaction?
Fission
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When a nucleus emits gamma radiation, what happens?

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What is an atom called when it loses or gains electrons?

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What does the plum pudding model of an atom look like?

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When does nuclear fission occur?

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