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As a result of radioactive decay a  92U238 nucleus is changed to a  91U234 nucleus. Which particles are emitted in the decay?

a
One proton and two neutrons
b
One α−particle and one β−particle
c
Two β−particles and one neutron
d
Two β+−particles and one proton

detailed solution

Correct option is B

The α−emission decreases z by 2 and A by 4 and β− emission increases z by 1 and A remains unchanged.

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