1. Physics: Concepts and Connections, 4 th ed., Art Hobson Chapter 15 – Nuclear Physics

2. How much smaller is the typical nucleus of an atom compared to its overall size (electron cloud)? A) 2 orders of magnitude (10 2 ) B) 3 orders of magnitude (10 3 ) C) 4 orders of magnitude (10 4 ) D) 5 orders of magnitude (10 5 ) E) 6 orders of magnitude (10 6 )

3. If the strong nuclear force had a somewhat longer range than it actually does, how would this affect the number of elements (periodic table)? A) The periodic table would be shorter. B) The periodic table would be longer. C) The periodic table would be unchanged.

4. Cs-137 has a half-life of 30 years. Approximately how much time is required for the radiation of this isotope to decrease to 1% of its original level? A) 100 years B) 200 years C) 500 years D) 900 years

5. How much more likely are you to die from traveling by car versus commercial airline? A) 3 times B) 30 times C) 300 times D) 3000 times

6. ? A)B)C)D)