5.1 The Nuclear Atom

• The Structure of an Atom
• Neutrons, Protons and Electrons
• The Alpha Particle Scattering Experiment
• Comprehending Elements from the Periodic Table
• Isotopes
• Nuclear Fission
• Nuclear Fusion

5.2 Radioactivity

• Background Radiation
• Detecting Radiation
• Characteristics of Radiation
• Properties of Radiation
• Deflection in Electric and Magnetic Fields
• Ionisation
• Applications
• Radioactive Decay
• Alpha Emmission
• Beta Emmission