Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Atoms, Elements And Compounds (Section 3 - No. 35)
What happens during radioactive decay?
The nucleus of an atom becomes more stable by emitting particles or energy.
The nucleus of an atom changes its number of protons.
The atom absorbs other particles.
The atom loses electrons
Explanation
Radioactive decay involves the emission of particles or energy to achieve a more stable nuclear configuration.
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