Discuss in detail, one way in which atomic nuclear decay takes place. What is the significance of atomic nuclear decay? Analyze the societal implications of using this process.

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anonymous · Answer

Atomic nuclear decay is fission (the breaking in two) of the nuclei of certain elements. It can be made to occur in atomic bombs and electric power plants. It also occurs in a few naturally occurring elements such as uranium, radium and thorium. Nuclear can be used for medical imaging and the treatment of cancer, or as a source of power. The stockpiling and threatened use of nuclear weapons by certain countries has had profound historical implications.

anonymous · Answer

okay thank you. I have the three processes that takes place in the decay which is alpha beta and gamma but didn't have any ideas on what beta is used for which i figured also