In a Balanced Nuclear Reaction, Which of the Following Is

question 92

Multiple Choice

In a balanced nuclear reaction, which of the following is consistent with the release of a gamma particle?

• A) The identity of the atom does not change.
• B) All radioactive decay releases gamma radiation.
• C) The mass number decreases by 4.
• D) The atomic number increases by 1.
• E) The atomic number decreases by 1.

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