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Nuclear physics

Extends GCSE atomic structure considerably, with exponential decay handled mathematically rather than by halving.

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Rutherford scattering

Evidence for the nuclear atom

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Alpha, beta and gamma radiation

Properties, hazards and safety

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Radioactive decay

The decay constant and exponential decay

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Nuclear instability

The N-Z graph and decay modes

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Nuclear radius

Estimating from scattering experiments

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Mass and energy

Binding energy and mass defect

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Induced fission

Moderators, control rods and reactor safety

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