Just After an Alpha Particle Leaves the Nucleus,would You Expect

question 15

Multiple Choice

Just after an alpha particle leaves the nucleus,would you expect it to speed up? Why?

• A)No.Once the alpha particle leaves the nucleus it is slowed by the repulsion of the next closest atom's nucleus.
• B)No.As the alpha particle leaves the nucleus it is slowed by the constant attraction of the electrons surrounding the nucleus.
• C)Yes.Once the alpha particle leaves the nucleus there are no more forces acting on it and it therefore accelerates.
• D)Yes.Once the alpha particle leaves the nucleus it accelerates because of mutual electric repulsion with the nucleus from which it escaped.

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Definitions:

Salivary Glands

Exocrine glands in the mouth that produce saliva, which begins the process of digestion and helps maintain oral hygiene.

Mesentery Proper

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