C11 Nuclear Physics

What’s on the Specification

P7.1

Atomic structure:

Understand the atom in terms of protons, neutrons and electrons.
Know and be able to apply the nuclear model of atomic structure.
Know the relative charges and masses of protons, neutrons and electrons.
Understand and be able to use the terms atomic number and mass number.
Know and understand the term isotope.
Know and understand the term nuclide and use nuclide notation.
Understand that ionisation is caused by the gain or loss of electrons.

P7.2

Radioactive decay:

Know and understand that emissions arise from an unstable nucleus.
Know and understand the random nature of emissions.
Know and understand the differences between alpha, beta and gamma emission.
Know and understand the nature of alpha and beta particles, and gamma radiation.
Be able to use and interpret nuclear equations.
Know the effect of decay on atomic number and mass number.

P7.3

Ionising radiation:

Know the relative penetrating abilities of alpha, beta and gamma radiation.
Know the relative ionising abilities of alpha, beta and gamma radiation.
Understand qualitatively the deflection of alpha, beta and gamma radiation in electric or magnetic fields.
Know and appreciate the existence of background radiation.
Understand the applications and hazards of ionising radiation.

Learning Objectives

Understand nuclear models and isotopes.
Understand various types of nuclear reactions.
Be able to determine half-life.
Be able to calculate binding energy.

Suggested Time

Task	No. of Questions	Suggested Time
Examples	10	90 min
Quiz	10	20 min
Practice A	24	60 min
Practice B	24	70 min
Total	68	approx. 4-5 hrs

Practice:

P11A Nuclear Physics: Foundation

Practice:

P11B Nuclear Physics: Challenge

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