If Carbon-14 Is a Beta Emitter, What Is the Likely

question 69

Multiple Choice

If carbon-14 is a beta emitter, what is the likely product of radioactive decay?

• A)nitrogen-14
• B)carbon-12
• C)oxygen-18
• D)beryllium-10
• E)none of the above

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Definitions:

Bilaterally Symmetrical

An organismal structure characteristic where the body can be divided into identical left and right halves along a single plane.

Pentaradially Symmetrical

A form of symmetry found in some organisms, particularly sea stars, where their body can be divided into five or more equal parts.

Radially Symmetrical

An organism is described as radially symmetrical when its body structure can be sliced into symmetrical halves through any number of planes along its center.

Water Vascular System

Unique hydraulic system of echinoderms; functions in locomotion and feeding.