The Transmutation in Which a Curium-242 Nucleus Is Bombarded with an Alpha

question 106

Multiple Choice

The transmutation in which a curium-242 nucleus is bombarded with an alpha particle to produce a californium-245 nucleus is represented by ________.

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Definitions:

Melanin

A pigment that gives color to skin, hair, and eyes, and protects against UV radiation.

Vascularized

Having blood vessels; supplied with or containing blood vessels.

Orbicularis Oris

A circular muscle surrounding the mouth, involved in controlling movements of the mouth and lips.

Levator Palpebrae Superioris

A muscle in the eyelid responsible for raising the upper eyelid.