vocab
what is fission?
the splitting of atoms
what is the third element in group 14
Germanium (Ge)
What is emission?
The release of energy
what element has 14 neutrons
Silicon(Si)
what element has a mass of 132?(round up)
zenon(Xe)
what makes nuclear energy better than other options
more safe or produces large amounts of energy
what helps you know that your dealing with a physical property?
Physical properties include color, density, hardness, and melting and boiling point
How do you know a chemical reaction is occuring
unexpected color changes, the formation of a gas (bubbling/fizzing), the creation of a solid precipitate from liquids, sudden temperature changes, or the emission of light or distinct odor