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How do you figure out beta decay of molecule?
Beta decay is a property of atoms not molecules.
Can all atoms undergo beta decay?
Not all atoms can undergo beta decay; it specifically occurs in certain unstable isotopes. Beta decay happens when a neutron in an atom's nucleus transforms into a proton, emitting a beta particle (an electron or positron) and a neutrino. This process primarily occurs in isotopes that have an imbalance in the ratio of neutrons to protons, leading to instability. Stable isotopes and those with a balanced neutron-to-proton ratio do not undergo beta decay.
Alpha decay and beta decay are two forms of radioactive decay that cause .?
Transmutation, which is the change of atoms from one element to another.
Radioactive decay is when unstable atoms?
give off nuclear radiation
Atoms are changed into other atoms?
Yes, there are several methods for Nuclear transmutation a few of them being Nuclear Spallation, Alpha Decay, Beta Decay, and Antimatter annihilation.
Do all atoms decay over time?
No, not all atoms decay over time. Some atoms are stable and do not undergo radioactive decay.
What are three types of beta decay?
There are two types of beta decay, and they are beta plus (beta +) decay and beta minus (beta -) decay. A post already exists on beta decay, and a link to that related question can be found below.
Why energy of beta particles is different in beta particle decay?
The energy of beta particles in beta decay is not fixed because it depends on the specific isotope and decay process involved. Beta decay can produce high-energy electrons and positrons through beta minus and beta plus decay, respectively. The energy of the beta particles is determined by the energy released during the decay process.
Why is alpha decay generally found occurring in atoms with large nuclei while beta decay is usually associated with much lighter nuclei?
I believe it has to do with fusion and fission, as all radioactive isotopes want to be as stable as possible.
Alpha and beta decay emit what?
Alpha decay emits an alpha particle, which consists of two protons and two neutrons. Beta decay emits either an electron (beta minus decay) or a positron (beta plus decay).
Disintegration of a nucleus with the emission of an electron is known as what type of decay?
beta
How are radiation and transmutations related?
Radiation can cause transmutations by altering the structure of atoms. When atoms are bombarded with radiation, they can change into different elements through processes such as alpha decay, beta decay, or neutron capture, leading to transmutations.
