Answer:
32, 30 and 41
Explanation:
The problem here is to find the number of:
Protons, neutrons and electrons in Ge²⁺
In this ion,
We must understand that for a net positive charge to remain on an atom, the number of protons must be greater than the number of electrons.
Ge is Germanium with atomic number of 32;
So the number of protons is 32
Since the atom has lost two electrons;
Number of electrons now is 32 - 2 = 30
Number of neutrons is 41 from the periodic table.
Answer:
D
Explanation:
Gamma radiation penetrates the cell wall of prokaryotic organisms such as bacteria and can inhibit their metabolic functions as well as destroy their DNA.
Debunking the other answers:
A is incorrect as Gamma radiation is used in the treatment of cancer via radiotherapy.
B is incorrect as Gamma rays are too small and would just penetrate any smoke particles.
C is incorrect because Gamma rays are used to disinfect food products to prevent food borne illness. Irradiation is safe to use on food and does not make it radioactive.
Thus, D is correct.
