Question

Which of the following represents beta decay

Answer 1

Answer:

The reaction representing beta decay is of option C:

 $_{64}^{160}\textrm{Gd}\rightarrow _{65}^{160}\textrm{Tb}+_{-1}^0\e$  

Explanation:

Beta-decay: In this process, a neutron gets converted into a proton and an electron releasing a beta-particle. The beta particle released carries a charge of -1 units.

 $_Z^A\textrm{X}\rightarrow _{Z+1}^A\textrm{Y}+_{-1}^0\beta$  

 $_{64}^{160}\textrm{Gd}\rightarrow _{65}^{160}\textrm{Tb}+_{-1}^0\e$  

Hence, the correct answer is option C.