Question

From the list below, which items describe beta decay? Check all that apply. APEX

Answer 1

Answer:

C. A neutron turns into a proton

D. An electron is ejected from the nucleus

Explanation:

• Beta decay is a type of the three major types of decays, others being alpha decay and gamma decay.
• During a beta decay the atomic number of an atom increases by one while the mass number remains the same.
• Beta decay may be classified as; an electron emission, positron emission and electron capture.
• During electron emission an energetic electron is emitted from the nucleus, together with an antineutrino and a neutron in the nucleus turns into a proton.