What particle is emitted when ²⁰Na decays to ²⁰Ne? (The atomic numbers of Na and Ne are,respectively,11 and 10. ) A) beta (positron) B) gamma quantum C) alpha D) beta (electron)

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When sodium-20 (Na-20) decays to neon-20 (Ne-20), it undergoes beta-plus decay, emitting a positron (beta particle) to decrease the atomic number from 11 to 10.

What Particle Is Emitted When 20Na Decays to 20Ne? (The

What Particle Is Emitted When ²⁰Na Decays to ²⁰Ne? (The