Physics

Question

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What is the term used to describe the process by which a neutron inside the nucleus of an atom is

converted into a proton, releasing energy in the process?

Gamma decay

Alpha decay

Beta decay

Positron emission

Answer

Beta decay

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Beta decay is the process by which a neutron inside the nucleus of an atom is converted into a proton, releasing energy in the process. Gamma decay...