decay process

Decay is a natural process where unstable atoms or particles break down over time into more stable forms, releasing energy in the form of radiation or particles. This process is random at the level of individual atoms but follows a predictable pattern known as a half-life, which is the time it takes for half of a group of these atoms to decay. Decay is fundamental in areas like radiometric dating and nuclear reactions, and it occurs because unstable atoms seek stability by transforming into different elements or isotopes.