The Beta Emission Process Results in the Daughter Nucleus Differing

question 64

Multiple Choice

The beta emission process results in the daughter nucleus differing in what manner from the parent?

• A) Atomic mass changes by two.
• B) Atomic mass changes by one.
• C) Atomic number changes by two.
• D) Atomic number changes by one.

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