Advertisements
Advertisements
Question
Represent the change in the nucleus of a radioactive element when a β particle is emitted.
Advertisements
Solution
In an unstable nucleus, the neutron is changed into a proton by emitting a beta particle. This is represented as
APPEARS IN
RELATED QUESTIONS
State the energy conversion taking place in a cathode ray tube
Draw a diagram of a simple atom showing the nucleus and electrons. In this atom:
(a) What type of charge will there be on the nucleus?
(b) What is the value of this charge?
A radioactive nuclide `""_86^226` Ra decays by emission of two alpha particles, one beta particle and gamma rays. Which of the following is the resulting nuclide X?
A radioactive substance is oxidized. What changes would you expect to take place in the nature of radioactivity? Explain your answer.
A nucleus is \[\ce{^24_11 Na}\] β-radioactive.
Write the equation represent β-decay.
Define bound electrons.
How is a zinc sulphide screen affected when a cathode ray beam strikes it?
How is a cathode ray tube used to convert an electrical signal into a visual signal?
Name a common device where a hot cathode ray tube is used.
State three common properties of beta rays and cathode rays.
