What Happens to the Mass Number and the Atomic Number

question 46

Multiple Choice

What happens to the mass number and the atomic number of an element when it emits gamma radiation?

• A) The mass number and atomic numbers remain unchanged.
• B) The mass number remains unchanged while the atomic number decreases by one.
• C) The mass number decreases by four and the atomic number decreases by two.
• D) The mass number remains unchanged while the atomic number increases by one.
• E) The mass number increases by four and the atomic number increases by two.

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Definitions:

Objective

An aim or goal that is sought after, often characterized by being measurable and independent of personal feelings or prejudices.

Verifiable

Capable of being proven true or confirmed through evidence or testimony.

B Data

Behavioural data gathered from direct observation rather than self-report, used in psychology to assess personality.

L Data

Life-record data in personality research, referring to verifiable, real-world outcomes and behaviors that are used to measure personality.