Which particle is emitted during beta decay?

Practice Questions

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Which particle is emitted during beta decay?
  1. Alpha particle
  2. Beta particle
  3. Gamma ray
  4. Neutron

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

Which particle is emitted during beta decay?
  • Step 1: Understand what beta decay is. It is a type of radioactive decay.
  • Step 2: Know that during beta decay, a particle is emitted from the nucleus of an atom.
  • Step 3: Identify the type of particle emitted. It can be either an electron or a positron.
  • Step 4: Recognize that an electron is a negatively charged particle, while a positron is a positively charged particle.
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