D. the potential energy of the reactants is low; the potential energy decreases gradually; then increases slightly.
Answer:lower temp molecules act slower so they come closer together and heated molecules are more spaced out that is why when you put an ice cube in a hot pan the ice melts and turns into a liquid due to heat the molecules space out
Explanation:
Your answer would be C. Alpha decay involves the ejection of 2 protons and 2 neutrons from the nucleus for a total of 4 amu lost. This form of decay is most common in heavy elements.