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

Atoms, nuclei and radiation — practice question

A uranium nucleus, $^{235}_{92}\text{U}$, goes through a chain of decays. Over the course of the decay sequence, two $\alpha$-particles and one $\beta^-$ particle are released. This produces a nucleus of actinium, Ac. What is the correct notation for the actinium nuclide that is produced?

  • A$^{227}_{87}\text{Ac}$
  • B$^{227}_{89}\text{Ac}$
  • C$^{231}_{87}\text{Ac}$
  • D$^{231}_{89}\text{Ac}$

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