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the process by which neutrons emit particles and rays.
*Key COncept: An unstable nucleus releases energy by emitting radiation during the process of radioactive decay.* |
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| The penetrating rays and particles emitted by a radioactive force. |
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| The nuclei of an unstable isotope in a nuclear reaction. |
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| *Key Concept: the three main types of nuclear radiation are alpha radiation, beta radiation and gamma radiaton.* |
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| A type of radioactive particle with two neutrons and two neutrons with a double positive charge. |
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