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An atom that emits an a-particle?

An atom that emits an a-particle?
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  • A May become a different element.
  • B Becomes a different isotope of the element.
  • C Daughter with increased mass.
  • D Becomes a daughter of a different element always.
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Alpha decay or α-decay is a type of radioactive decay in which an atomic nucleus emits an alpha particle (helium nucleus) and
thereby transforms or 'decays' into a different atomic nucleus, with a mass number that is reduced by four and an atomic number that is reduced by two.

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