When Thorium (A = 90)emits a Beta Particle,the Resulting Nucleus

question 8

Multiple Choice

When thorium (A = 90) emits a beta particle,the resulting nucleus has atomic number

• A)88.
• B)89.
• C)90.
• D)92.
• E)none of these

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Definitions:

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A chemical compound, NaBH4, used as a reducing agent in organic synthesis to reduce aldehydes, ketones, and other compounds.

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