Nuclear decay

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008095",
  "term": "Nuclear decay",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The spontaneous process by which an unstable atomic nucleus transforms into a more stable nucleus by emitting radiation or particles. This process, also known as radioactive decay, results in a change in the atomic number, mass number, or energy state of the nucleus. Common types include alpha decay, beta decay, and gamma emission.",
  "subject": "Analytical Chemistry",
  "see_also": [
    "nuclear transformation"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1994, 66, 2513. 'Nomenclature for radioanalytical chemistry (IUPAC Recommendations 1994)' on page 2518 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199466122513)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/nuclear-decay/"
}