If an Atom Emits Two Protons and Two Neutrons, the Atom

question 12

Multiple Choice

If an atom emits two protons and two neutrons, the atom has

• A) created a daughter nucleus from the parent nucleus.
• B) emitted an alpha particle.
• C) changed the mass and chemical identity of the atom.
• D) produced a small amount of helium.
• E) all of these are correct.

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