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Physics · Unit 16

Nuclear Physics.

4 official learning outcomes, with 132 practice questions mapped to this unit in the Android app.

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  1. LO 16.1Composition Of Atomic NucleiPMDC p. 19

    Describe a simple model for the atom to include protons, neutrons and electrons

    19mapped MCQs
  2. LO 16.2Spontaneous And Random Nuclear DecayPMDC p. 19

    Identify the spontaneous and random nature of nuclear decay.

    20mapped MCQs
  3. LO 16.3Half-Life And Rate Of DecayPMDC p. 19

    Describe the term half-life and solve problems using the equation λ = 0.693/T½.

    64mapped MCQs
  4. LO 16.4Biological And Medical Uses Of RadiationPMDC p. 19

    Describe biological effects of radiation state and explain the different medical uses of radiation.

    29mapped MCQs
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