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Worksheet 52: Transmutation . Topic 12 : Nuclear chemistry

Set A: Terms and definitions Objective: By defining these words, you should become more familiar
with nuclear chemistry related terms and their definitions.

Define, neatly and clearly, the following nuclear chemistry related terms.

1. Transmutation

2. Natural transmutation

3. Artificial transmutation

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4. Alpha particle

5. Beta particle

6. Accelerator

7. Positron

8. Gamma ray Teacher Preview Copy

9. Alpha decay Need Help? Study Book Use Glossary

10. Beta decay

11. Positron emission

12. Fission

13. Fusion

14. Half-life

15. Radioisotope

16. Tracer

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