Chapter 18, Problem 2RQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The reason for no effect on radioactivity by usual factors that affect the rate of chemical reactions, such as ordinary changes of temperature and concentration has to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Radioactivity is a nuclear process. It is defined as spontaneous disintegration of a nucleus which is done by the emission of radiation. The elements which show this property is said to be radioactive elements. Radioactivity, unlike chemical reaction, is not affected by the change of external parameters such as temperature, pressure, concentration, etc.