The Quantum-Mechanical Process by Which an Alpha Particle Makes It

question 51

Multiple Choice

The quantum-mechanical process by which an alpha particle makes it through the potential barrier holding it in the nucleus is called

• A) leaping.
• B) tunneling.
• C) transmission.
• D) fission.
• E) transportation.

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