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PHY 104 PHY 104 Past Questions Objective Question

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The reaction ²¹⁰Po → ²⁰⁶Pb + ______ is an example of
Options
A alpha decay
Correct Answer
B positron emission
C gamma emission
D beta emission
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The mass number decreases by 4 (210 → 206) and the atomic number decreases by 2 (84 → 82). This is alpha decay.

Hint

A decrease in A by 4 and Z by 2 indicates alpha decay.

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