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5.2.3a Radioactive decay

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Question 26

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

A

The nucleon number of the nucleus decreases by 1.

B

The atomic number of the nucleus increases by 1.

C

The nucleus changes into a different isotope of the same element.

D

The decay process ceases completely after exactly two half-lives have elapsed.

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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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