What Particle Is Emitted When ²⁴⁰Pu Decays to ²³⁶U? (Atomic

question 10

Multiple Choice

What particle is emitted when ²⁴⁰Pu decays to ²³⁶U? (atomic numbers of Pu and U are,respectively,94 and 92)

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

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