When the Alpha Particle Picks Up Two Electrons as It

question 46

Multiple Choice

When the alpha particle picks up two electrons as it passes through air it becomes a

• A) neutral atom of hydrogen
• B) radioactive atom of hydrogen
• C) neutral atom of helium
• D) radioactive atom of helium

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