Tritium (³H)is Used in Glowing "EXIT" Signs Conveniently Located Where $\beta$

question 101

Multiple Choice

Tritium (³H) is used in glowing "EXIT" signs conveniently located where there is no electricity for lightbulbs.What decay route is likely for tritium?

• A)"\(\beta\)^- emission"
• B)"\(\beta\)^-emission"
• C)"\(\alpha\) emission"
• D)"\(\gamma\)emission"
• E)"X-ray emission"

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