A Radioisotope with Atomic Number Z Undergoes Electron Capture

question 151

Multiple Choice

A radioisotope with atomic number Z undergoes electron capture. Identify the atomic number of the radioisotope formed by the electron capture.

• A) Z − 2
• B) Z − 1
• C) Z + 1
• D) Z + 2

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