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Mimi

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What particle is emitted when 20Na decays to 20Ne? (The atomic numbers of Na and Ne are, respectively, 11 and 10.)
 a. beta (positron)
  c. alpha
  b. gamma quantum
  d. beta (electron)

Question 2

A radioactive isotope that emits an alpha particle will change in what respect?
 a. Atomic number decreases by four.
  b. Both choices a and b are valid. c. Mass number decreases by four.
  d. None of these choices are valid.


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durant1234

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Reply #1 on: Jul 28, 2018
Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C


Mimi

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Reply 2 on: Jul 28, 2018
Excellent

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YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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