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1. When a radioactive element decays, it is because the balanceof neutrons and protons inside the nucleus was unstable. Explainwhat happens in each of these kinds of decay to make the nucleusmore stable (these are the three most common decay types):

a. Fission

b. Beta-decay ( β )

c. Alpha-decay ( α )

Which of these is more often associated with the production ofenergy (and weapons)?

Why do you think that is?

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