Beta Decay

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Objective

I can explain the process of beta decay and how it affects the stability of an atom.

Part 1 of 3

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

Describe the process of beta decay in your own words. What happens to the particles in the nucleus during this process?

2

Explain why an atom undergoes beta decay. What specific conditions in the nucleus lead to this process?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

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An atom of potassium-40 undergoes beta decay. Describe the changes that occur in the nucleus, including the number of protons and neutrons, and identify the new element formed after the decay. A mystery element with an atomic number of 12 undergoes beta decay and transforms into an element with an atomic number of 13. Explain the process that occurs in the nucleus during this decay and discuss how this affects the stability of the atom.

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