Nuclear Decay and Radiation Characteristics Quiz
Explore nuclear decay, radiation characteristics, and medical applications. Test yourself with 15 questions on beta decay, isotopes, and more.
#1
Which particle is emitted during beta decay?
Alpha particle
Beta particle
Gamma ray
Neutron
#2
Which unit is commonly used to measure radiation exposure in humans?
Sievert
Curie
Rutherford
Becquerel
#3
Which radioactive isotope is commonly used in carbon dating?
Uranium-238
Carbon-14
Thorium-232
Potassium-40
#4
What is the primary purpose of a Geiger-Muller counter?
Measure radiation dose
Create nuclear reactions
Generate electricity
Detect radioactive decay
#5
What is the primary source of radiation exposure from medical X-rays?
Alpha particles
Beta particles
Gamma rays
Neutrons
#6
What is the primary factor that determines the penetration ability of nuclear radiation?
Charge of the particle
Mass of the particle
Speed of the particle
Energy of the particle
#7
Which of the following isotopes is commonly used in medical imaging?
Uranium-235
Cesium-137
Iodine-131
Plutonium-239
#8
What is the primary mechanism of radiation exposure in a nuclear power plant accident?
Alpha radiation
Beta radiation
Gamma radiation
Neutron radiation
#9
What is the primary source of energy in nuclear reactions within the sun?
Fusion reactions
Fission reactions
Alpha decay
Beta decay
#10
What is the primary form of radiation emitted during nuclear fission reactions?
Alpha radiation
Beta radiation
Gamma radiation
Neutron radiation
#11
What is the half-life of a radioactive material?
The time it takes to decay completely
The time it takes for half of the material to decay
The time it takes for radiation to reach a certain level
The time it takes for the material to become inert
#12
Which type of radiation is the most penetrating?
Alpha radiation
Beta radiation
Gamma radiation
Neutron radiation
#13
Which of the following particles has the highest ionization power?
Alpha particle
Beta particle
Gamma ray
Neutron
#14
In nuclear fission, what is the role of a moderator?
Increase the speed of neutrons
Absorb neutrons
Slow down neutrons
Reflect neutrons
#15
Which type of radiation is most harmful when it enters the human body?
Alpha radiation
Beta radiation
Gamma radiation
Neutron radiation
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