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What is emitted during beta decay?

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MCQ

Type

practice

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Topic

Atoms and nuclear radiation

Question

A high-speed electron

Beta decay involves the emission of a high-speed electron from the nucleus of an atom.

Misunderstanding Beta Decay Representation

Students often confuse the representation of beta decay with that of alpha decay, incorrectly including mass changes.

Remember that beta decay does not change the mass number; only the atomic number increases by one. Focus on the correct nuclear equation format.

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