When U-238 Emits an Alpha Particle, the Nucleus Left Behind

question 70

Multiple Choice

When U-238 emits an alpha particle, the nucleus left behind has

• A) 94 protons.
• B) 90 protons.
• C) 93 protons.
• D) 91 protons.
• E) 92 protons.

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