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:

Cell Wall

Rigid but permeable layer of extracellular matrix that surrounds the plasma membrane of some cells.

Secondary Endosymbiosis

A chloroplast evolves from a red alga or green alga that was engulfed by a heterotrophic protist.

Primary Endosymbiosis

An organelle evolves from bacteria that entered a heterotrophic protist.

Chloroplast

A structure within the cells of plants and some other organisms that captures energy from sunlight and converts it into chemical energy through photosynthesis.