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Episode 77: Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity
Episode 77: Nuclear Physics and Radioactivity
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Length:
61 minutes
Released:
Jul 31, 2016
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Podcast episode
Description
An introduction to the physics of protons and neutrons in the atomic nucleus, with a focus on explaining the different modes of radioactivity, alpha, beta, and gamma decay, as well as different ways of measuring radiation and some of its biological effects. I also discuss some applications of radioactivity in radiometric dating, radiotherapy, nuclear power, and nuclear weapons. I conclude by discussing a few popular misconceptions about radioactivity. Recommending prelistening is Episode 8: History of the Atom.
Released:
Jul 31, 2016
Format:
Podcast episode
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