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Question 22

Atoms can interact with electromagnetic radiation in several ways.

a.

Describe two possible outcomes for an orbital electron in an atom when it absorbs electromagnetic radiation.

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b.

A student suggests that a beta-minus particle (β−\beta^-β−) could be emitted during the processes in part (a). Explain why this suggestion is incorrect.

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Radioactive emissions Questions

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41 exam-style questions on OCR GCSE Physics Radioactive emissions. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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