Directions: Use the Label to Identify the Information Requested

question 3

Short Answer

Directions: Use the label to identify the information requested. If more than one answer is necessary, separate your answers with commas.
a. Trade name: ________________
b. Generic name: ________________
c. Dosage strength: ______________
d. Form: __________
e. Total amount in container: _______________

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Definitions:

Gamma Ray Emission

A type of radioactive decay where an unstable nucleus emits a gamma ray to become more stable.

Beta Particle Emission

A radioactive decay process where an unstable atomic nucleus emits a beta particle, which is a high-speed electron or positron, as part of the transformation to a stable state.

Alpha Particle Emission

A type of radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus releases an alpha particle (2 protons and 2 neutrons) and transforms into an atom with a mass number 4 units less and atomic number 2 units less.

Beta Particle Emission

A radioactive decay process where a beta particle (electron or positron) is emitted from an atomic nucleus.