Nuclear Physics Terms flashcards are a set of cards that contain important terms and concepts related to nuclear physics. These flashcards can help students study and memorize key information in a fun and interactive way.
The subject that the Nuclear Physics Terms flashcards cover is nuclear physics, which is the study of atomic nuclei and their interactions. This field of physics explores the structure and behavior of atomic nuclei, as well as the forces that hold them together.
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quick facts
- Nucleus: The central part of an atom that contains protons and neutrons.
- Isotope: Atoms of the same element that have different numbers of neutrons.
- Fission: The splitting of an atomic nucleus into two smaller nuclei.
- Fusion: The combining of two atomic nuclei to form a heavier nucleus.
- Radioactivity: The process by which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by emitting radiation.
card list
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| Nuclear fission | Nuclear fission: Splitting of an atomic nucleus into smaller parts. |
| Nuclear fusion | Nuclear fusion: When two atomic nuclei join together to create a new, heavier nucleus. |
| Isotope | Isotope: Atoms of the same element that have the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons. |
| Radioactivity | The process by which unstable atomic nuclei release energy in the form of radiation. |
| Half-life | The time it takes for half of a radioactive substance to decay. |
| Chain reaction | A chain reaction is a self-sustaining series of reactions where each reaction causes more reactions to happen. |
| Critical mass | The minimum amount of material needed for a nuclear reaction to sustain itself. |
| Neutron | Neutral subatomic particle found in the nucleus of an atom. |
| Proton | A proton is a subatomic particle with a positive charge found in the nucleus of an atom. |
| Electron | Negatively charged particle found in atoms. |
| Nuclear reactor | A nuclear reactor is a device that uses controlled nuclear reactions to generate electricity. |
| Radiation | Energy that is emitted in the form of particles or waves from a radioactive source. |
| Nuclear decay | Nuclear decay: When an unstable atomic nucleus releases energy by emitting particles or radiation. |
| Alpha decay | Alpha decay: A type of radioactive decay where an alpha particle is emitted from a nucleus. |
| Beta decay | Beta decay: a type of radioactive decay where a neutron changes into a proton, emitting an electron or positron in the process. |
| Gamma decay | Gamma decay: The release of high-energy electromagnetic radiation from an atomic nucleus. |
| Nuclear energy | Energy released during nuclear reactions. |
| Nuclear bomb | A nuclear bomb is a powerful explosive weapon that releases energy from splitting atoms. |
| Nuclear waste | Leftover radioactive material from nuclear reactions. |
| Nuclear medicine | Medical imaging and treatment using radioactive materials. |