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Isotopes and Radiation Quiz

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Isotopes and Radiation Quiz

Atomic structure and radiation symbols

📋 Instructions

Read each question carefully and circle the letter of the best answer.

Success Criteria: I can identify isotopes, understand atomic structure, and recognise different types of radiation.

🎯 Differentiation Support:

For all learners: Key terms are highlighted in bold

Dyslexia-friendly: Use a ruler under each line when reading

Extension: Complete the bonus questions at the end

📚 Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are isotopes?

A) Atoms with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons

B) Atoms with the same number of electrons but different numbers of protons

C) Atoms with the same mass number but different atomic numbers

D) Atoms that are always radioactive

2. Which type of radiation has the greatest penetrating power?

A) Alpha radiation

B) Beta radiation

C) Gamma radiation

D) All types have equal penetrating power

3. Alpha particles consist of:

A) 2 protons and 2 neutrons

B) 1 proton and 1 electron

C) High-energy electromagnetic waves

D) Fast-moving electrons

4. Carbon-12 and Carbon-14 are isotopes. What is the difference between them?

A) Carbon-14 has 2 more protons than Carbon-12

B) Carbon-14 has 2 more neutrons than Carbon-12

C) Carbon-14 has 2 more electrons than Carbon-12

D) Carbon-14 has 2 fewer neutrons than Carbon-12

5. Which material would be most effective at stopping beta radiation?

A) A sheet of paper

B) A few millimetres of aluminium

C) Several centimetres of lead

D) Human skin

📖 Answer Key

1. A) Atoms with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons

2. C) Gamma radiation

3. A) 2 protons and 2 neutrons

4. B) Carbon-14 has 2 more neutrons than Carbon-12

5. B) A few millimetres of aluminium

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