Which of the Following Indicates That an Alpha Particle Has

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following indicates that an alpha particle has been released during radioactive decay of an atom?

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

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Definitions:

Basal Ganglia

A group of nuclei in the brain involved in coordinating movement and behavior control.

Right Hemisphere

Refers to the right side of the brain, associated with spatial abilities, facial recognition, and processing of nonverbal content.

Movement Excitation

The process of stimulating muscle fibers to contract, leading to movement.

Movement Inhibition

The suppression or delay of an action or movement, which can be a voluntary decision or a result of neurological mechanisms.