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5.2.3a Radioactive decay

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Question 83

Which statement about beta-minus (β−\beta^-β−) decay is correct?

A

The mass number of the nucleus increases.

B

The nucleus changes to that of a different element.

C

The nucleus does not decay until after at least one half-life.

D

After two half-lives, the rate of beta-minus decay falls to zero.

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5.2.3a Radioactive decay Questions

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120 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 5.2.3a Radioactive decay. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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