Firing an Accelerated Particle at a Carbon-12 Target Nucleus Produces

question 21

Multiple Choice

Firing an accelerated particle at a carbon-12 target nucleus produces nitrogen-13 and a gamma ray.What is the projectile particle?

• A)alpha
• B)beta
• C)neutron
• D)proton
• E)positron

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Definitions:

Carbohydrates

Organic compounds, consisting of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, that serve as a major energy source for the body; includes sugars, starches, and fibers.

Peptide Bond

Chemical bond between amino acids.

Covalent Bond

Chemical bond characterized by the sharing of electrons.

Amino Acid

The building blocks of proteins, organic compounds that play many critical roles in body functioning.