Which of the Following Nuclear Equations Correctly Describes Alpha Emission

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following nuclear equations correctly describes alpha emission?

• A) U → Th + He
• B) U → U + He
• C) U → Pu + He
• D) U → He
• E) none of the above

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