A N-14 Nucleus Is Hit by a Particle, Forming a C-14

question 75

Multiple Choice

A N-14 nucleus is hit by a particle, forming a C-14 nucleus and a proton as the only products. Identify the type of particle which struck the N-14 nucleus.

• A)Alpha
• B)Proton
• C)Electron
• D)Neutron
• E)Deuterium

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Definitions:

Acidity

A measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution, reflecting its ability to donate protons and determining its pH level.

Alkalinity

the measure of the capacity of water or a solution to neutralize acids, often indicated by its pH level.

Concentration

In chemistry, the measure of the amount of a given substance contained in a unit volume of a liquid or solid material.

Dissolved

The process by which a solid becomes incorporated into a liquid to form a solution.