Which of the Following Processes Decreases the Atomic Number by One

question 30

Multiple Choice

Which of the following processes decreases the atomic number by one?

• A)gamma-ray production
• B)electron capture
• C)beta-particle production
• D)positron production
• E)at least two of the above processes

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