On a Plot of the Number of Neutrons Versus the Number

question 24

Multiple Choice

On a plot of the number of neutrons versus the number of protons, a nucleus of aluminum-28 lies above the belt of stability. During the radioactive decay of aluminum-28 a beta particle is emitted, what isotope is also formed

• A) \({ }_{14}^{29} \mathrm{Si}\)
• B) \({ }_{13}^{27} \mathrm{Al}\)
• C) \({ }_{14}^{28} \mathrm{Si}\)
• D) \({ }_{15}^{28} P\)
• E) None of the above

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