The Reaction P + → E+ + γ Is

question 36

Multiple Choice

The reaction p + → e+ + γ is not possible because

• A) baryon number is not conserved.
• B) lepton number is not conserved.
• C) charge is not conserved.
• D) energy is not conserved.
• E) This reaction IS possible.

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