Radioactivity
Chapter Name : Nuclei |
Sub Topic Code : 101_12_13_06_04 |
Topic Name : Radioactivity |
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Sub Topic Name : Beta Decay |
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Introduction
Law
of radioactive decay.
Pre-Requisites:
Radioactive
decay
Activity:
Tritiated material (3H) is used to
provide a glow in watches
Real Life Question:
What
is radioactive decay?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
|---|---|
| Law of radioactive decay | Radioactive decay, also known as nuclear decay or radioactivity, is the process by which a nucleus of an unstable atom loses energy by emitting particles. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
|---|---|
| Neutron decay | Neutron decay is the important supply of heat in a nuclear reactor |
Real life uses :
Tritiated material (3H) is used to provide a glow in watches
Places to visit :
Physics laboratory.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
|---|---|
| Radionuclide | A radionuclide is an atom with an unstable nucleus, characterized by excess energy available to be imparted either to a newly created radiation particle within the nucleus or via internal conversion. |
What you learn in Theory:
Principle law of radioactive
decay.
What you learn in Practice:
Principle law of radioactive
decay.