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Alpha radiation is a form of radioactivity that is quite common, it occurs when a nucleus emits what is effectively a helium nucleus, that is two protons plus two neutrons

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What is the radiation?

what is the meaning radition? radiation is a by product of nuclear energy which can be in the form of alpha,beta and gramma rays.radioisotopes emit radiation.


Which one is not a type of nuclear radiation.. Alpha particles Beta particle Neutron or Visible light?

All of them - alpha - beta - neutron - visible light - are examples of nuclear radiation.


Which form of nuclear radiation is least damaging to humans?

Alpha, from outside the body, because alpha is stopped by the skin, a sheet of paper, or a few inches of air. From inside the body, however, alpha is one of the most dangerous forms of radiation.


Which form of nuclear radiation is a form of energy?

Gamma radiation is a form of nuclear radiation that consists of energy in the form of electromagnetic waves, similar to X-rays. It is highly penetrating and can pose health risks when absorbed by living tissue.


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An alpha particle


Are nukes radioactive?

Yes, nuclear weapons or nuclear reactors produce radiation as a byproduct of nuclear reactions. This radiation can be in the form of gamma rays, alpha particles, or beta particles. Therefore, exposure to nuclear weapons or the fallout from a nuclear explosion can result in harmful levels of radiation.


What nuclear emissions that identical to a helium atom?

This is alpha radiation (alpha particles).


What type of energy does the element radium contains?

Radium primarily emits alpha particles, which are a type of nuclear radiation. This emission of alpha particles generates energy in the form of ionizing radiation.


Which type of nuclear radiation is the least ionising?

Alpha radiation is the least ionizing type of nuclear radiation. It consists of positively charged alpha particles, which have low penetrating power and are easily stopped by a sheet of paper or clothing.


How is strong nuclear force important to nuclear chemistry?

Nuclear chemistry deals with the chemical reactions involving radioactive elements. Gamma radiation is due to the electromagnetic force, beta radiation is due to the weak nuclear force, and alpha radiation is due to the residual strong force (which you might call the strong nuclear force). So... if you didn't have the nuclear force, you wouldn't have alpha radiation.


What types of atoms realease nuclear radiation?

Atoms with unstable nuclei, such as uranium, radium, and plutonium, can release nuclear radiation. This radiation can take the form of alpha particles (helium nuclei), beta particles (electrons or positrons), or gamma rays (high-energy photons).


Is it true that nuclear radiation comes from the decay of atomic nuclei?

Yes, the decay of unstable atomic nuclei is the source of nuclear radiation.