The Reaction Shown Below Is Responsible for Creating ¹⁴C in the Atmosphere

question 102

Multiple Choice

The reaction shown below is responsible for creating ¹⁴C in the atmosphere. What is the bombarding particle? N + _____ → C + H

• A)alpha particle
• B)electron
• C)neutron
• D)positron
• E)proton

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Definitions:

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