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A radioactive nuclide of proton number X emits a \(\beta\)-particle to form a new ...

A radioactive nuclide of proton number X emits a \(\beta\)-particle to form a new nuclide to proton number Y. The correct equation relating X and Y is
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  • A X = Y - 1
  • B X = Y + 1
  • C X = 1 - Y
  • D X = \(\frac{1}{y}\)
  • E X = Y
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
There is an increase in proton number by one in a beta-decay.

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