When an Unstable Lutetium Nucleus Undergoes Beta Decay, the Nucleus

question 76

Multiple Choice

When an unstable Lutetium nucleus undergoes beta decay, the nucleus formed is that of

• A) Lutetium.
• B) Tantalum.
• C) Ytterbium.
• D) Thulium.
• E) Hafnium.

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