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5.2.2a Alpha, beta and gamma emission

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Revise CIE IGCSE Physics 5.2.2a Alpha, beta and gamma emission with the question bank, lessons, revision guides, and flashcards.

Describe the emission of radiation from a nucleus as spontaneous and random in direction • Identify alpha (α), beta (β) and gamma (γ) emissions from the nucleus by recalling: (a) their nature (b) their relative ionising effects (c) their relative penetrating abilities (β⁺ are not included, β-particles will be taken to refer to β⁻)

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