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Why does alpha and beta decay more commonly occur in radioisotopes?
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∙ 8y ago
Because the less protons are in an atom the quicker it decays.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 8y agoRadioisotopes have unstable nuclei. So alpha beta decay occurs mostly in them.
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Why doesn't alpha decay occur for hydrogen?
Alpha decay requires two protons and two neutrons. Hydrogen only has one proton.
Is the helium nucleus a byproduct of fission?
Yes, but only if the nuclear disintegration is alpha decay. Alpha decay is only one mode of radioactive decay, and in alpha decay, a helium-4 nucleus (the alpha particle) will appear. Beta decay (two types) and spontaneous fission are also modes of radioactive decay, and different particles appear in those events. Links are provided below to Related questions that will help you sort this out.
What types of decay processes must occur for 218Po to decay into 214Po and then into 210Po?
1- 218 Po if emits one alpha and two beta particles it becomes 214 Po 2- 214 Po if emits one alpha and two beta particles it becomes 210 Po. This is all hypothetical.
Why does radiation not occur in the mantle?
Because the mantle rock is opaque, most radiation (except for radioactivity from decay of uranium and other radioisotopes) cannot pass through it. Radiation from radioisotopes (e.g. x-rays, gamma rays, beta rays) occurs in earth's mantle and can go significant distances before being absorbed by the rock, helping to keep the mantle hot.
When is it possible for decay not to occur?
The physical and chemical decay is not possible in vacuum but nuclear decay can neither be stopped.
Why doesn't alpha decay occur for hydrogen?
Alpha decay requires two protons and two neutrons. Hydrogen only has one proton.
Why alpha emission occur first?
The question is unclear. First before what? More likely to occur? I am going to assume the latter... Alpha decay is more likely to occur, when both alpha and beta are possible, because alpha decay removes more binding energy from the nuclide, and the tendency is to reduce energy as quickly as possible.
What is the decay process does radium 226 undergo including the nuclear changes that occur?
Radium-226--------------------Radon-222 + alpha
Is the helium nucleus a byproduct of fission?
Yes, but only if the nuclear disintegration is alpha decay. Alpha decay is only one mode of radioactive decay, and in alpha decay, a helium-4 nucleus (the alpha particle) will appear. Beta decay (two types) and spontaneous fission are also modes of radioactive decay, and different particles appear in those events. Links are provided below to Related questions that will help you sort this out.
What is the nuclear decay equation for uranium-238 to strontium-90?
The equation for the beta decay of 87Kr is: 3687Kr --> 3787Rb + -10e where -10e represents a negative beta particle or electron.
How does alpha beta and gamma decay change the nucleus?
Gamma decay is the release of energy, but does not in itself change the nucleas Alpha decay is the loss of 2 protrons and 2 neutrons, lowering the atomic number by 2 and mass number by 4 Beta can occur as a result of a neutron turning into a protron, raising the atomic number by 1 and charge by 1
What gas helps decay to occur?
Any gas helps decay to occur.
What types of decay processes must occur for 218Po to decay into 214Po and then into 210Po?
1- 218 Po if emits one alpha and two beta particles it becomes 214 Po 2- 214 Po if emits one alpha and two beta particles it becomes 210 Po. This is all hypothetical.
What is released from the nucleus during gamma decay?
Alpha decay means that an alpha particle (helium-4 nucleus) is emitted.Alpha decay means that an alpha particle (helium-4 nucleus) is emitted.Alpha decay means that an alpha particle (helium-4 nucleus) is emitted.Alpha decay means that an alpha particle (helium-4 nucleus) is emitted.
Why doesn't alpha decay occur for sodium?
Alpha decay is the emission of an alpha particle, which as two protons and two neutrons, and is, therefore, essentially a helium ion moving very fast. Alpha particles are trapped in potential wells in the atoms from which they are eventually emitted. The emission happens when the particle goes through a quantum process called tunneling. In order for the alpha particle to have been trapped, the nucleus has to be big enough to trap it. The smallest nuclei big enough to do this are isotopes 106 through 110 of tellurium.
Why does radiation not occur in the mantle?
Because the mantle rock is opaque, most radiation (except for radioactivity from decay of uranium and other radioisotopes) cannot pass through it. Radiation from radioisotopes (e.g. x-rays, gamma rays, beta rays) occurs in earth's mantle and can go significant distances before being absorbed by the rock, helping to keep the mantle hot.
When is it possible for decay not to occur?
The physical and chemical decay is not possible in vacuum but nuclear decay can neither be stopped.
