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Name Each of the Following Geometric Characteristic Symbols

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Name each of the following geometric characteristic symbols. Name each of the following geometric characteristic symbols.


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Fission Products

The atoms, neutrons, and radiation produced by the splitting of a heavy atomic nucleus, such as uranium or plutonium, during nuclear fission, often involving the release of large amounts of energy.

Phosphorescence

The phenomenon of light emission by a substance without combustion or perceptible heat, persisting for some time after excitation by ultraviolet light or other forms of energy.

Alpha Particle

A type of radioactive particle consisting of two protons and two neutrons, equivalent to a helium-4 nucleus, ejected from certain radioactive nuclei.

Beta Particle

An electron or positron, characterized by its high speed and energy, released by an atomic nucleus undergoing radioactive decay.

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