When rn-222 undergoes decay to become po-218, it emits

a. an alpha particle.

b. a beta particle.

c. gamma radiation.

d. x-rays.?

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Chemistry

Jesse Harris

20 March, 10:42

When rn-222 undergoes decay to become po-218, it emits

a. an alpha particle.

b. a beta particle.

c. gamma radiation.

d. x-rays.?

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Ruben Clark · Answer 1

I believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. When rn-222 undergoes decay to become po-218, it emits an alpha particle. Alpha particles carry a charge of + 2 and strongly interact with matter. Hope this answers the question. Have a nice day.

When rn-222 undergoes decay to become po-218, it emitsa. an alpha particle.b. a beta particle.c. gamma radiation.d. x-rays.?

When rn-222 undergoes decay to become po-218, it emits

a. an alpha particle.

b. a beta particle.

c. gamma radiation.

d. x-rays.?