Which of the Following Nuclear Equations Correctly Describes Beta Emission

question 105

Multiple Choice

Which of the following nuclear equations correctly describes beta emission?

• A) Th → Pa + e
• B) Th → Ac + e
• C) Th → Pa + e
• D) Th → e
• E)none of the above

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