What Particle Is Emitted When ²⁰Na Decays to ²⁰Ne? (Atomic

question 71

Multiple Choice

What particle is emitted when ²⁰Na decays to ²⁰Ne? (atomic numbers of Na and Ne are,respectively,11 and 10)

• A)alpha
• B)beta (electron)
• C)beta (positron)
• D)gamma quantum

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