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When the Sun entered the main sequence, its core was approximately 75 percent hydrogen and 25 percent helium, by mass. What was the ratio of hydrogen nuclei to helium nuclei?
Beta Particle
An electron or positron, characterized by its high speed and energy, released by an atomic nucleus undergoing radioactive decay.
Gamma Ray
High-energy electromagnetic radiation emitted by atomic nuclei during radioactive decay, with higher energy than X-rays.
Radiation Sickness
A serious illness caused by excessive exposure to ionizing radiation, affecting the skin, gastrointestinal tract, and bone marrow.
Radioactivity Emissions
The process by which unstable atomic nuclei lose energy by emitting radiation, including alpha particles, beta particles, and gamma rays.
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