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Radioactive Decay

Chloe Sanchez

Chloe Sanchez

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This study guide covers nuclear physics, focusing on nuclear reactions (including radioactive decay, nuclear fission, and nuclear fusion) and the concept of half-life. It details the conservation laws governing these reactions, emphasizing the conservation of nucleon number and charge. The guide also explains the types of radioactive decay, such as alpha decay.

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Question 1 of 7

In any nuclear reaction, what two quantities must always be conserved? 🤔

Mass and Energy

Volume and Density

Nucleon number and Charge

Momentum and Kinetic energy