An Important Geochronometer Is the Decay of 147Sm to 143Nd

question 26

Multiple Choice

An important geochronometer is the decay of 147Sm to 143Nd.What type of radioactive decay is involved in this parent-daughter pair?

• A)beta decay
• B)electron capture
• C)alpha decay
• D)a positron capture

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