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Particle Physics

Cambridge AS Level Physics (9702) · 4 topics

The structure of the atom

Early Models of the Atom For thousands of years, atoms were thought to be indivisible - the smallest particles of matter. However, the discovery of cathode rays…
Building nuclei

Nucleons and Nuclear Composition Nucleons The particles found in the nucleus of an atom: protons and neutrons. The nucleus of an atom is composed of protons and…
Nuclear equations

Types of Nuclear Radiation Unstable nuclei emit radiation to become more stable. The main types of nuclear radiation are alpha (α) , beta-minus (β⁻) , beta-plus…
Fundamental particles

What are Fundamental Particles? Fundamental Particle A particle that has no internal structure and cannot be broken down into smaller constituents. It is not…