The Process Where an Element Spontaneously Changes into a Different

question 65

Multiple Choice

The process where an element spontaneously changes into a different element (transmutation) by a change in the nucleus of an atom is called

• A)radiometric dating.
• B)radioactive decay.
• C)radiometric decay.
• D)none of these

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Definitions:

Proactive Interference

The disruptive effect of previously learned material on the recall of newer material.

Manual Transmission

A type of transmission used in vehicles that requires the driver to manually shift gears using a clutch and gear stick.

Clutch

In a broad sense, a group of similar items or an important situation requiring reliability and precision, often used in sports or mechanical contexts.

Proactive Interference

A phenomenon where older memories inhibit the ability to remember new information.