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All elements with an atomic number >83 are naturally radioactive

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Process which unstable nuclei emit radiation is called?

This process through which unstable nuclei emit radiation is called radioactive decay. It also is called nuclear decay, and it is a natural process in which an atom of an isotope decomposes into a new element.


Why and how does the earth emit infrared radiation?

The Earth emits infrared radiation as a result of absorbing sunlight and re-emitting that energy as heat. This process, known as thermal radiation, is essential for maintaining Earth's energy balance. The Earth's surface and atmosphere absorb sunlight, warm up, and then emit this energy as infrared radiation to maintain a stable temperature.


Do volcanoes give off radiation?

Volcanoes do not emit radiation as a primary feature of their activity. The main substances released by volcanoes are gases, ash, and lava. However, some volcanoes can emit low levels of radon gas, which is a radioactive element that occurs naturally in the Earth's crust.


Does earth emit ultraviolet radiation?

The Earth itself does not emit ultraviolet radiation. Ultraviolet radiation primarily comes from the sun, which emits different wavelengths of light including ultraviolet radiation. When the Earth is exposed to sunlight, it can absorb and reflect this ultraviolet radiation.


What other forms of radiation may come from stars?

Stars can emit various forms of radiation, including ultraviolet, X-rays, and gamma rays. Sun-like stars emit primarily visible light and some ultraviolet radiation. More massive stars can also emit X-rays and gamma rays.

Related Questions

What is a radioactivity substances?

Substances that emit ionizing radiation


Does an MRI emit radiation during the imaging process?

No, an MRI does not emit radiation during the imaging process.


What substances used in radiology that emit radiation?

radionuclides


Is alpha radiation emmitted by all radioactive substances?

No, not all radioactive substances emit alpha radiation. Alpha radiation consists of helium nuclei (two protons and two neutrons) being emitted from the nucleus of an atom. Some radioactive substances emit alpha radiation, while others emit different types of radiation such as beta or gamma radiation.


Can gases emit radiation?

Yes, gases can emit radiation. When a gas is heated, it can emit thermal radiation in the form of light. Additionally, certain gases can absorb and emit specific wavelengths of radiation, such as in the process of fluorescence or phosphorescence.


What is the procees of producing radiation called?

The process of producing radiation is called ionizing radiation. This type of radiation is created when an atom undergoes a process that results in the removal of an electron, leading to the formation of ions that can then emit radiation.


Why do stars emit radiation?

Stars emit radiation due to the process of nuclear fusion occurring in their cores. In this process, hydrogen atoms combine to form helium, releasing an immense amount of energy in the form of electromagnetic radiation, including light and heat which is emitted from the star.


What causes radioactive things to glow?

Radioactive materials can emit radiation which can interact with nearby molecules, causing them to emit light. This phenomenon is known as Cherenkov radiation and is responsible for the glowing effect seen in some radioactive substances.


Do light bulbs emit radiation, and if so, what type of radiation do they emit?

Yes, light bulbs emit radiation in the form of visible light.


At what temperature does Lithium-6 emit radiation?

Any material will emit blackbody radiation at any temperature. Lithium 6 will never emit ionizing radiation.


Why elements in gaseous state emit radiation?

They do not! Most gases do not emit radiation.


Do all light waves emit radiation?

Light waves do not emit radiation, light waves are radiation.