Which of the Following Changes Occur to the Nucleus When

question 56

Multiple Choice

Which of the following changes occur to the nucleus when a heavy element undergoes alpha particle emission?

• A)Only the number of neutrons decreases.
• B)Only the number of protons decreases.
• C)Only the number of neutrons increases.
• D)Only the number of protons increases.
• E)Both the number of neutrons and protons decreases.

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