Chapter 18, Problem 9KT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The key term corresponding to the definition “a shorthand representation using atomic notation to describe a nuclear reaction” is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

A radioactive decay series is a series of nuclear reaction in which an unstable radioisotope decays to form a stable isotope.

Nuclear reaction deals with the exchange and release of nucleons and changes the identity of the participating elements.