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7. Explore nuclear equations

Mission Objectives

Use symbols to represent alpha and beta particles

Describe alpha and beta decay using equations

Explain why alpha and beta decay cause changes to the nucleus of atoms

Apply knowledge of radioactivity to explain why gamma emission does not lead to change in the nucleus mass and proton number

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dangers

a cause of harm or injury

source

a body or process by which energy or a particular component enters a system

contamination

the action or state of making or being made impure by polluting or poisoning

irradiation

exposure to radiation

hazard

something with the potential to cause harm

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Handout: Handout summarises the key learning points for writing equations for radioactive decay. Practice writing equations for radioactive decay and balancing. Knowledge retrieval questions on half-life to recap content.

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