Question

Write a quick summary about what we learned about Radioactive Decay. Be sure to include: 1). Structrue of an atom's nucleus 2). Three Types of radioactive decay and what happens with them.

Answer 1

Radioactive decay refers to the release of radiation from the nuclei.

Step-by-step explanation:

Radioactive decay also known as nuclear decay is a type of process in which an unstable atomic nucleus loses energy by radiation. Alpha decay, beta decay, and gamma decay are the three of the most common types of decay, which emitting one or more particles or photons from the unstable nuclei of radioactive atom. Beta decay occurs due to weak force, while the alpha and gamma decay happens due to electromagnetic and strong forces.