
Read Chapter 39 The Atomic Nucleus & Radioactivity ! Please take good notes. You can use your notes to study for the test.

The Electromagnetic Spectrum		WebElements^TM Periodic table
Table of Nuclides Periodic Table of the Isotopes	Elementary Particles	NSD Educational Websites

Essay Questions:

What is radioactivity and what causes it?
Now be specific.
What is alpha decay and what are alpha rays? How dangerous or penetrating is alpha radiation?
What is beta decay and what are beta rays? How dangerous or penetrating is beta radiation?
What is gamma decay and what are gamma rays? How dangerous or penetrating is gamma radiation?
Write a specific nuclear reaction example for alpha, beta, and gamma decay.

IMPORTANT!

ANSWERS TO ESSAY QUESTIONS MUST BE TYPED OUT IN COMPLETE SENTENCES.

Here are some suggestions for writing a good essay:

Type out your answers using a word processor.
Spelling matters, so check it.
Content is critical, so make sure you proofread your essay or have someone else (Mom or Dad).
A good diagram or graph that is explained is often better than many words.
Length doesn’t matter, but quality and completeness does.
Remember this is an essay. Yes and no answers are not appropriate.
Have fun and do a good job.

Bonus Learning

One widely used application of alpha decay radiation is in smoke detectors. Please explain how smoke detectors operate. A complete and correct answer is worth 10 bonus points. Please email me your answer.
Don’t forget to include your full name!

Essay Questions:

IMPORTANT! ANSWERS TO ESSAY QUESTIONS MUST BE TYPED OUT IN COMPLETE SENTENCES.

Here are some suggestions for writing a good essay:

Bonus Learning

IMPORTANT!

ANSWERS TO ESSAY QUESTIONS MUST BE TYPED OUT IN COMPLETE SENTENCES.