AP Physics 2 Flashcards: Fission Fusion And Nuclear Decay

Study Fission Fusion And Nuclear Decay in AP Physics 2 with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What particle is emitted during alpha decay?

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ANSWER

An alpha particle, which consists of 2 protons and 2 neutrons. Equivalent to a helium nucleus ( $^4He$ ).

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In a bombarding experiment,

^{14}\mathrm{N}

absorbs an alpha particle and becomes

^{17}\mathrm{O}

plus another particle. Which statement best identifies the reaction type?

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