GCSE Physics A — Radioactivity

Led by Ernest Rutherford Simulacrum

The sixth module — radioactive emissions (alpha, beta, gamma), half-life, nuclear equations, and uses and hazards of radioactivity.

1. Module 1

   Radioactive Emissions

   Led by Ernest Rutherford Simulacrum

   The question

   Discovery of radioactivity · nuclear model of the atom (Rutherford scattering) · alpha, beta and gamma radiation (nature, charge, penetration, ionising power) · nuclear equations for alpha and beta de...

   Outcome

   Demonstrates understanding of radioactive emissions. (Radioactive Emissions)

   Sub-units

   1. ○ 1.1 Radioactive Emissions Open this unit → ✓ ↻
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2. Module 2

   Uses and Hazards

   Led by Ernest Rutherford Simulacrum

   The question

   Irradiation vs contamination · precautions for handling radioactive sources · medical uses (tracers, cancer treatment) · nuclear fission (splitting heavy nuclei, chain reactions, nuclear reactors) · n...

   Outcome

   Demonstrates understanding of uses and hazards. (Uses and Hazards)

   Sub-units

   1. ○ 2.2 Uses and Hazards Open this unit → ✓ ↻
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