Radium Undergoes Alpha Decay

question 171

Multiple Choice

Radium undergoes alpha decay.The product of this reaction also undergoes alpha decay.What is the product of this second decay reaction?

• A)Po
• B)Rn
• C)U
• D)Th
• E)Hg

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