Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Atoms, nuclei and radiation

Atoms, nuclei and radiation — practice question

A nickel nucleus $^{59}_{28}\text{Ni}$ may be altered by a process known as K-capture. In this process, the nucleus takes in an orbital electron. If no other process occurs, which nucleus is formed?

  • A$^{58}_{28}\text{Ni}$
  • B$^{58}_{27}\text{Co}$
  • C$^{59}_{27}\text{Co}$
  • D$^{59}_{29}\text{Cu}$

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