Which Types of Processes Are Likely When the Neutron-To-Proton Ratio $\alpha$

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which types of processes are likely when the neutron-to-proton ratio in a nucleus is too low?
I. $\alpha$ decay
II. $\beta$ decay
III.positron production
IV.electron capture

• A)I,II
• B)II,III
• C)III,IV
• D)II,III,IV
• E)II,IV

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