A N-14 Nucleus Is Hit by a Particle, Forming a C-14

question 54

Multiple Choice

A N-14 nucleus is hit by a particle, forming a C-14 nucleus and a proton as the only products. Identify the type of particle which struck the N-14 nucleus.

• A) alpha
• B) proton
• C) electron
• D) neutron
• E) deuterium

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