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Which of the following decay modes is due to a transition between states of the same nucleus?a) alpha decayc) gamma decayb) beta decayd) none of the above
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- Alpha decay is a type of radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus emits an alpha particle (helium nucleus) and transforms into a new element. - Beta decay is a type of radioactive decay where a beta particle (an electron or a positron) is emitted. In Show more…
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