Radioactivity
The name of that Marie gave to this this spontaneous emission by an unstable atomic nucleus
Radioactive Decay
The atomic nuclei of unstable isotopes released fast-moving particles and energy
Alpha particle
Consist of two protons and two neutrons and is positively charged
Beta particle
If fast-moving electron given off by a nucleus during a radioactive decay
Gamma radiation
Consist of high-energy waves similar to x-rays
Tracers
Radioactive isotopes that can be followed through the steps of a chemical reaction or industrial process