Which of the following terms best describes the nucleus of a radioactive element?
a. unchanging
b. explosive
c. unstable
d. energized

The p sub shell can hold up to 8 electrons in an atom. true or false?

Astable electron arrangement for an atom is one that does not easily change. how is this arrangement arrived at? a. valence electrons are transferred or shared to create a full outer shell of electrons. b. valence electrons are discarded into space to create a full outer shell of electrons. c. protons (positive charge) pair with valence electrons (negative charge) to create a strong bond. d. outer shells with valence electrons are transferred or shared.

Which radioisotope is used to date fossils? a. oxygen-16 b. carbon-14 c. uranium-238 d. carbon-12