Practice Nuclear Stability And Isotopic Distribution (1.3.3)

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Question 1.
What defines a stable isotope?
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Think about what happens to an unstable nucleus.
Question 2.
Name a radioactive isotope and its application.
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Consider what is used to date old organic materials.
3Question 3.
What is a stable isotope?
- A nucleus that decays
- An isotope that does not undergo decay
- An isotope that emits alpha particles
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Recall the definitions of stable versus radioactive.
4Question 4.
Is carbon-14 stable?
- True
- False
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Think about its uses in dating.
Question 5.
Discuss the implications of having too few neutrons in a heavy element. What type of decay might occur and why?
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Think about what happens when repulsive forces are not counterbalanced.
Question 6.
Provide a detailed explanation of how carbon-14 is used for dating. What assumptions must be made for accuracy?
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Look beyond just measuring; consider environmental factors.

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