Radioactivity The process by which nuclei emit particles and rays These penetrating particles and rays are called radiation.

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Radioactivity

The process by which nuclei emit particles and rays These penetrating particles and rays are called radiation.

Types of Radiation Alpha particle-two p + and two n 0 (helium nucleus) Changes identity of the atom (drops by two atomic #’s) Little penetrating power (stopped by paper or skin) Symbol is 2 He or 2 α 4 4

Types of Radiation Beta particle- a high speed e - Comes from a neutron that breaks apart Changes identity of the atom (up one atomic #) Stopped by Al foil or wood Symbol is -1 e or -1 β

Types of Radiation Gamma Radiation High-energy photon emitted as a gamma ray Often emitted along with α or β radiation Does not change identity of the isotope Highly penetrating and very dangerous to humans

Radioactive Decay as Equations The symbols for the various particles are shown: When a radioisotope changes identity, this is called a transmutation reaction.

Half-Life Every radioisotope has its own rate of decay measured by its half-life. Half-life (t ½ ) is the time required for half the nuclei of that radioisotope to decay Could be a fraction of a second or billions of years.

Fission When nuclei of some isotopes are hit with neutrons, they split into smaller fragments. This is fission. Every time an isotope splits, TREMENDOUS amounts of energy are released.

Fission Chain Reaction In a chain reaction, the neutrons produced strike other atoms, which produce more neutrons, etc. This is how a nuclear bomb works. It is also how reactors work, but with controls.

Nuclear Reactors Make use of the energy produced by fission.

Nuclear Reactors The fuel rods from reactors, when spent, are a major waste issue. They are stored indefinitely, or shipped to another location. They won’t be safe until the isotopes are stable, which depends on the half-life of the isotope. The next slide has some fuel rod photos.

Fuel Rods

Fusion Occurs when nuclei combine to produce a heavier nucleus. Occurs naturally in the sun. (4 H nuclei become 1 He nucleus) It is how current nuclear warheads work.