A radioactive nuclide of proton number X emits a \(\beta\)-particle to form a new nuclide to proton number Y. The correct equation relating X and Y is
A
X = Y - 1
B
X = Y + 1
C
X = 1 - Y
D
X = \(\frac{1}{y}\)
E
X = Y
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Physical Principles & Numerical Solution
There is an increase in proton number by one in a beta-decay.
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