In the reaction ₉₂U²³⁴→₈₇Y²²², how many α-particle and β-particles are emitted respectively?
Options
(a) 3,5
(b) 5,3
(c) 3,3
(d) 3,1
Correct Answer:
3,1
Explanation:
Change in A = 234 – 222 = 12
This is the effect of 3 α-particles = 3 × ₂He⁴
Change in Z due to 3α = -6
Given change in Z = 87 – 92 = -5
Hence one beta is emitted = -6 + 1 = -5
Therefore, 3α and 1β