Which of the Following Nuclei Is Most Likely to Emit

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following nuclei is most likely to emit a positron?

• A) ²⁴⁶Am
• B) ⁵⁹Ni
• C) ¹¹⁸Sn
• D) ³³Cl
• E) ²⁰Ne

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Definitions:

Gradient

A measure of the steepness or incline of a surface, often expressed as a ratio of vertical rise to horizontal distance.

Water Velocity

The speed at which water flows in a given direction within a river, stream, or other body of water.

Downstream

In the direction that a stream or river flows, from its source towards its mouth, often used to describe areas or processes occurring in this direction.

Sediment Load

The amount of sediment carried by a river, stream, or other body of moving water, which can affect water quality and ecosystem health.