Radioactive Decay Terminology

2 words in this vocabulary list

noun a positively charged particle consisting of two protons and two neutrons, emitted in radioactive decay

  • An alpha particle is a positively charged particle consisting of two protons and two neutrons.
  • Dude, did you know that an alpha particle is like a tiny little powerhouse of energy?
  • Yo, that alpha particle is like the boss of all particles, man.
  • Her confidence was like an alpha particle, radiating strength and power in every direction.

noun the study of the properties and interactions of atomic nuclei

  • The study of nuclear physics involves analyzing the behavior and interactions of atomic nuclei.
  • Nuclear physics is all about studying the insides of atoms and how they work.
  • Messing with nuclear physics is like playing with fire, you never know what might happen.
  • In the world of business, understanding nuclear physics is like having a secret weapon to outsmart your competitors.