1) Radioactive decay is the spontaneous decomposition of the unstable nucleus of an atom.
2) The emission of a particle or a photon.
For example, alpha decay is radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus emits an alpha particle (helium nucleus).
3) The result is usually more stable element with smaller atomic number.
For example, in alpha decay atom transforms into an atom with an atomic number that is reduced by two and mass number that is reduced by four.
For example nuclear fission is radioactive decay process in which the nucleus of an atom splits into smaller parts and huge amount of energy is released.
Fungi and bacteria release nitrogen stored in dead tissue through a decomposition process called B) ammonification.
Answer: Enriched uranium is the fuel source.
The nuclear power plants utilizes the radiation energy from the fission of the heavy molecular weight atomic particles. These radiations can cause damage when exposed to the external air, they are capable of causing explosion, mutation in the living beings. Therefore, safety measures should be taken to prevent the damages.
Enriched uranium is the fuel source is not the precaution taken at the nuclear power plant to ensure safety because it is just explaining the fact that the uranium is the source of radiation. All other factors such as safety systems are built into them, all parts are kept in good repair and processes are carefully monitored are relevant precautions.
