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

Atoms, nuclei and radiation — practice question

A stable nucleus may be converted into another nucleus by being bombarded with an energetic $\alpha$-particle. $^{23}_{11}\text{Na}$ is bombarded with an energetic $\alpha$-particle. What could be the products of this nuclear reaction?

  • A$^{25}_{10}\text{Ne}$ + neutron
  • B$^{25}_{11}\text{Na}$ + proton
  • C$^{26}_{12}\text{Mg}$ + $\beta$
  • D$^{27}_{13}\text{Al}$ + $\gamma$

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