--Be able to explain what is an isotope and how they are different
--Be able to write and balance nuclear equations for alpha and beta particles
--Know what makes up a beta particle, alpha particle and gamma ray radiation
--Understand radiocarbon dating and how to tell the difference between age of samples and what it is used for
--How to calculate the half-life from the amount of sample left or how much time has passed, how to calculate how much sample is left
--Be able to explain what the half-life tells you about a nuclide
--Be able to explain the difference between fusion and fission
--Know how fission reactions and fusion reactions produce energy
--Know the parts of the nuclear reactor and their function
--Know how the different types of radiation (beta, alpha & gamma) ray differ in amount of energy and penetrating ability
--Know the symbols for gamma, alpha and beta
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