The First Transuranium Element Was Synthesized by Bombarding U

question 174

Multiple Choice

The first transuranium element was synthesized by bombarding U with neutrons.After capturing one neutron,the resulting nuclide was unstable and decayed by beta emission.What was the product of these two nuclear reactions?

• A) Np
• B) Pa
• C) Th
• D) U

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