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Assuming that only particles emitted from atoms during natural radioactive decay are and particles, which of the following atoms could not possibly result from the natural decay of

a)

b)

c)

d)



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Assuming that only particles emitted from atoms during natural radioactive decay are and particles, which of the following atoms could not possibly result from the natural decay of

a)

b)

c)

d)

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Answer Key / Explanation : (c) -

(c)

If particles are emitted, difference in atomic mass should be in multiple of 4 units

(a) 235-231 = 4 units Yes

(b) 235-227 = 8 units Yes

(c) 235-225 = 10 units No

(d) 235-207 = 28 units Yes

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