In addition to a beta particle,what is the other product of beta decay of Pb?
A) Hg
B) Tl
C) Bi
D) Po

Question

In addition to a beta particle,what is the other product of beta decay of  Pb?
A) Hg 
B) Tl 
C) Bi 
D) Po

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Beta decay involves the conversion of a neutron to a proton, releasing a beta particle (electron) and an antineutrino. This results in an increase in the atomic number by one, but the mass number stays unchanged. Therefore, the product of beta decay of 11ea7a5e_3e93_cf5b_89bd_dd2d15fd637f_TB5343_11 Pb would have the same mass number (i.e., atomic mass) but an atomic number of 83 (one more than lead). The only option that fits this criterion is C, which is 11ea7a5e_3e93_cf5e_89bd_eff9b28eedb8_TB5343_11 Bi.

In Addition to a Beta Particle,what Is the Other Product