ReasoningModerate2 marks
A radioactive substance is oxidized. Will there be any change in the nature of it's radioactivity? Give a reason for your answer.
Topic: Nuclear physics / radioactivity
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Answer
Exam answer
No change.
Explanation
Radioactivity is a nuclear phenomenon; oxidation changes only the electronic arrangement.
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