Physics

Question

What type of nuclear decay is represented in this illustration?

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• A) alpha decay

O B) nuclear fusion

• C) beta decay

O D) gamma radiation

Answer

A) alpha decay

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Alpha decay is a type of nuclear decay in which an alpha particle (helium nucleus) is emitted from the nucleus of an atom. In this illustration...