The Process in Which a Nucleus Spontaneously Breaks Down by Emitting

question 52

Multiple Choice

The process in which a nucleus spontaneously breaks down by emitting radiation is known as

• A) fusion.
• B) fission.
• C) a chain reaction.
• D) reaction.
• E) radioactive decay.

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Definitions:

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