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Quantum, Atomic, and Nuclear Physics

Question 1
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What would be observed if a dielectric material with a high dielectric constant is introduced between the plates of a charged capacitor that's disconnected from any voltage source?

Question 2
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What effect does increasing atomic number have on an element's alpha decay energy, assuming all other factors remain constant?

Question 3
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If a stable nucleus is modified such that it becomes more neutron-rich, how does this likely affect its stability and resulting radioactivity?

Question 4
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What is the SI unit for measuring radioactivity?

Question 5
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What type of radiation is emitted when a neutron in an unstable nucleus decays into a proton?

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Question: Assuming an increase in fine structure constant alters electromagnetic interactions, how could this affect gamma-ray emissions from radioactive nuclei transitions?

Question 7
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During a beta-minus decay, an electron is emitted; which other particle must be emitted to conserve charge?

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Question 8
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After undergoing gamma decay, what can be said about the identity of the resulting atom compared to its original state before decay?

Question 9
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Which principle asserts that it is impossible to simultaneously measure with high precision both the velocity and position of an electron?

Question 10
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Which consequence ensues from boosting the temperature surrounding radioactive material in the context of virtual experimentation?