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Which particles in a atom have a mass of 1?
protons and nuetrons
Do beta particles travel further than alpha particles?
Yes, beta particles typically travel further than alpha particles because they have a higher energy level. Alpha particles are heavier and more charged, so they interact with matter more readily and have a shorter range. Beta particles have less mass and charge, allowing them to penetrate further.
Does alpha particles have less mass the beta particles?
An alpha particle is two protons and two neutrons (same as a Helium nucleus) so when a nucleus ejects an alpha it will defintely have less mass. Also it will be a new element because it has two less protons.
What is the mass in amu of alpha particles?
The mass of an alpha particle is approximately 4 amu (atomic mass units).
What is the mass and electrical charge of alpha particles?
2.00 lbs the charge is alpha-magnetic
Why do alpha particle have higher ionizaion energy than beta particle?
Alpha particles are larger and carry twice the charge of beta particles. As a result, alpha particles interact more strongly with atoms, leading to higher ionization energy. Moreover, due to their larger mass, alpha particles have a shorter range in matter and deposit more energy per unit distance, increasing their ionization potential.
Why should it take significantly more energy to move a beam of alpha particles than a beam of beta minus?
Alpha particles have a higher mass and charge compared to beta minus particles, leading to stronger electromagnetic interactions with surrounding particles. As a result, the alpha particles experience more resistance and require more energy to be moved through a medium compared to beta minus particles.
Which type of nuclear radiation (nuclear emission) has the greatest mass?
Alpha or an He nucleus because it has a mass of 4 when all the others have a mass of close to zero.
Would protons behave as alpha particles?
No, protons and alpha particles are different. Alpha particles are helium nuclei consisting of two protons and two neutrons, while protons are fundamental particles that carry a positive electric charge. Protons have much smaller mass and energy compared to alpha particles.
What information must be known in order to calculate the mass number if an atom?
The mass number = the number of protons + the number of nuetrons. Each of these particles is considered to have a mass of 1 amu. (atomic mass unit) For example, Aluminum has 13 protons and 14 nuetrons, so it's mass number = 27.
How are gamma rays different from alpha and beta particles in terms of their properties and behavior?
Gamma rays are a type of electromagnetic radiation that have no mass or charge, unlike alpha and beta particles which are charged particles. Gamma rays have higher energy and can penetrate deeper into materials compared to alpha and beta particles. They are also more difficult to shield against due to their high penetrating power.
What is the mass and charge of alpha particles?
Alpha particles are helium nuclei and consist of two protons and two neutrons. Their electric charge is +2 (+1 from each proton), and their mass number is 4, one for each proton and neutron. To describe their mass in other ways, it is 4.001506179125 atomic mass units, or 6.64465675 x 10-25 kg.
