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In the $β - d e c a y$ of a radioactive nucleus :

This question has multiple correct options

A

The atomic number is decreased by one

B

A neutron is changed into a proton

C

A proton is changed into a neutron

D

The mass number is unchanged

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Updated on : 2022-09-05

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Correct options are B) and D)

In the $β - d e c a y$ of a radioactive nucleus a neutron is changed into a proton and the mass number is unchanged.
Example $_{88} R a^{228} - β_{89} A c^{228}$ .

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