When Electron Capture Occurs

question 27

Multiple Choice

When electron capture occurs,

• A)an orbital electron is captured and combined with a proton to form a neutron.
• B)a beta-minus electron is recaptured and added to a proton to form a neutron.
• C)there is a transfer of energy from the nucleus to an orbital electron.
• D)an orbital electron is captured and converted to a positron.

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Definitions:

Fibularis Tertius

A small muscle of the lower leg that helps in the eversion of the foot and extension of the toes.

Fibularis Brevis

A muscle of the lower leg that assists in the eversion and plantar flexion of the foot.

Tibial Tuberosity

A protuberance on the tibia bone in the lower leg that serves as an attachment site for the patellar ligament.

Calcaneus

The large bone in the heel of the foot, forming the foundation of the rear part of the foot.